About Galliford Try
Galliford Try's water and environment division is one of the most consistently active contractors across AMP8 water company frameworks. The company brings combined civils, MEICA and design-build capability to major water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Their AMP8 portfolio spans multiple water operators, giving them one of the broadest framework footprints of any single contractor in the sector.
AMP8 Framework Positions
Galliford Try holds the following confirmed AMP8 framework appointments in the UK water sector:
| Water Company | Framework | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Wessex Water | Capital Delivery Framework | £3.7bn total programme — Galliford Try holds two lot positions. Expected revenue ~£400m+ over framework life. |
| Yorkshire Water | Non-Infrastructure Works | £850m framework — Galliford Try appointed as one of 7 contractors. ~£100m expected revenue. |
| Scottish Water | Non-Infrastructure (JV with MWH Treatment) | £700m, 6-year framework for water and wastewater non-infrastructure programme. MWH/Galliford Try 50:50 JV. |
| Southern Water | Strategic Delivery Partner Framework | Part of £3.7bn SDP programme. Appointed alongside Costain/MWH JV and Kier. |
| Wessex Water | Minor Works Design & Build Framework | Separate minor works lot — appointed November 2025. |
Supply Chain Opportunities
Galliford Try actively procures specialist subcontractors across all civil, MEICA, environmental and professional services scopes on their water sector frameworks. Key categories in demand include: MEICA contractors and instrumentation specialists, CIPP lining and trenchless technology, environmental consultancy and ecology, pipeline installation and mains renewal, specialist groundworks and piling, BNG and environmental management, and professional services including project management and cost management.
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How to Work With Galliford Try
The primary route to Galliford Try's water sector supply chain is through their Supply Chain Portal and early engagement with their framework delivery teams. For major frameworks, Galliford Try typically publishes supply chain opportunities through their website and through local supply chain events. Holding WIRS, WIRSAE or UVDB pre-qualification will be expected of all subcontractors.
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