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ScopeAdvicePoints of attentionSuitability requirementsAward criteriaTimeline
Type
Supplies
38421100 · Water meters
Estimated value
€ 15M
estimated
To deadline
Ongoing
Knock-outs
0
exclusion grounds
Award basis
Best price-quality ratio
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This document concerns a market consultation by PWN regarding the technical specifications and connectivity requirements for the future rollout of smart water meters with a lifespan of 16 years.
Supplies · European procedure
EuropeanComplete timeline
CharacteristicsCPV 38SuppliesEU tenderdigital water metersmart water meterinfrastructure
01What is being requested
Market consultation for the possible supply of smart water meters (Q3-2.5 and Q3-4) and associated connectivity for PWN, with a focus on a lifespan of at least 16 years and integration of IoT functionalities.
PWN recognizes the benefits of a potential transition from analog to digital and smart water meters. The developments approaching PWN, such as increasing drinking water demand, providing the right water for the right quality, digitalization, social involvement, etc., require a data-driven organization in which the customer is central. The smart water meter aligns well with this ambition. With a smart water meter, PWN gains better insight into usage and other information, e.g., temperature, etc. This allows PWN to make better drinking water sales and revenue forecasts, stimulate peak shaving, a
1Market consultation water meters (and connectivity) PWN€15,000,000
02Strategic insight
Strategic insight · AI analysis
Ensure that the technical robustness and the 16-year support (including security updates and battery life) are explicitly guaranteed. Focus on the integration of the IoT chain and the possibility for remote configuration (OTA) without physical intervention. Anticipate the specific PWN corporate identity and the required serial number system.
03Points of attention
Important · 8
Lifespan of at least 16 years for the water meter and all components.Important
Measuring principle must be a volumetric meter or ultrasonic meter.Important
R-value of at least 250 in accordance with NEN-EN-ISO 4064-1.Important
Installation length must be specific: 165 mm for Q3-2.5 and 190 mm for Q3-4.Important
Integral housing containing the battery, communication module, antenna, and metrology.Important
Serial numbering must align with the current 9-digit system used by PWN.Important
Data retrieval via a secure API suitable for integration with SAP C4E.Important
SLA for datasets: minimum 99% delivery per month within 12 hours after the measurement day.Important
04Can I take part?
Technical · 4
As of January 1, 2027, the water meter, check valve, strainer, and gaskets must possess the “Kiwa Water Mark” certificate or equivalent in accordance with the most recent assessment guideline (BRL-K618, BRL-K629 and relevant BRL for strainer/gaskets).Technical
The water meter must comply with the IP classification 68 according to IEC/EN 60529.Technical
The water meter must comply with the reliability class “accuracy class 1” according to NEN-EN-ISO 4064-1.Technical
The supplier must comply with the NIS2 directive and the national implementation legislation.Technical
05Exclusion grounds
Exclusion grounds — consult the ESPD
- No specific exclusion grounds were extracted. In a European tender, the mandatory and discretionary grounds of art. 2.86/2.87 of the Dutch Procurement Act almost always apply — check the European Single Procurement Document (ESPD).
06Process & timeline
Publication of market consultation document
6 maart 2026
Deadline for submitting completed questionnaire
13 maart 2026
Deadline for submitting completed questionnaire (general)
27 maart 2026
Individual consultation
april 2026
Completion through reporting
april 2026
07Value in context
€15,000,000
08Likely competitors
#Likely bidderFitWins
1Kamstrup B.V.SME723×
2Itron Nederland B.V.SME651×
3Iskraemeco Benelux N.V.SME641×
4Xylem Water Solutions Nederland B.V.SME583×
5Nortek Oceanografische Instrumenten en Diensten B.V.SME581×
6Koenders Instruments B.V.SME561×
09Tender documents
logistieke voorwaarden PWN.pdfpdfMar 8, 2026 · 152 KB
Consultatiedocument.pdfpdfMar 8, 2026 · 25 KB
Document marktconsultatie slimme watermeters versie definitief.pdfpdfMar 8, 2026 · 363 KB
Technische specificaties watermeters versie concept 11-2-2026.pdfpdfMar 8, 2026 · 1355 KB
Beschrijving.pdfpdfMar 8, 2026 · 30 KB
Marktconsultatie.pdfpdfMar 8, 2026 · 30 KB
Vragenlijst MC Watermeters.docxdocxMar 8, 2026 · 19 KB
Algemene gegevens.pdfpdfMar 8, 2026 · 22 KB
10Legal themes that may be relevant here
Advies 63> Meervoudig onderhandse aanbesteding voor het reinigen van wegen, straten en pleinen. Kan bij gunning op laagste prijs de indieniAdvies 53> Europese openbare procedure voor een overheidsopdracht tot het verrichten van diensten bestaande uit (dagelijks en periodiek) scAdvies 48> Europese niet-openbare procedure voor werktuigkundige en elektrotechnische installaties van de nieuwbouw van een multifunctionelAdvies 243> Meervoudig onderhandse procedure. Dat de aanbestedende dienst met een SaaS (Software as a Service) oplossing besparingen zou kunAdvies 67> Europese openbare procedure voor het sluiten van een raamovereenkomst met één opdrachtnemer voor onderhoudswerkzaamheden aan ope
11Frequently asked questions
What is the purpose of this research into water meters?
The purpose is to explore the market for digital and smart water meters to gain a good understanding of the possibilities for a future rollout. This involves looking at the transition from analog to digital and smart systems.
What expertise is required for participation?
Parties with technical expertise in water meter digitalization and proven experience with similar projects are sought. Experience with digital water meter solutions and data integration in a regulated environment is also necessary.
Which technical types of water meters are mentioned?
The technical specifications relate to household water meters of types Q3-2.5 and Q3-4.
What operational improvements are expected from the use of smart meters?
The meters can make processes more efficient in the areas of the customer contact center, invoicing, detecting malfunctions, water conservation through leaks, and the optimization of the water distribution network.
What benefits do smart water meters offer for water management?
Smart water meters offer better insight into usage and temperature. This helps in making better drinking water sales and revenue forecasts and stimulating peak shaving.
Automatically compiled from the official tender data and documents.
12Estimated value versus the market
p25
€ 300K
€ 300K
median
€ 515K
€ 515K
p75
€ 1,7 mln
€ 1,7 mln
€ 15 mln
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