The Scheme
This optional scheme provides reduced tariffs for high users of potable water. Potential savings depend on the number of meters and the amount of water used on a specific site. If you plan to use over 5,000 M3 of water in the year starting 1st April 2010, you may save money by joining the scheme. (See back page for examples)
How the Scheme Works:
The scheme offers six tariff bands, each with different percentage reductions from the standard volumetric charge and different annual fixed charges. You choose the band that is applicable to you, based on the previous years consumption and forecast consumption for the year ahead.
Bristol Water now offers a more flexible scheme with an extra band for users between 5,000 – 15,000 m3m, and will also allow our customers, in some cases, to change bands during the year. The scheme still relies on the accurate forecast of usage to ensure maximum savings, but will acknowledge the seasonal changes that may occur in business production.
The fixed annual charge is split into 12 equal monthly payments, so if you do change tariff bands, the new fixed charge becomes valid from that month. The bands are shown overleaf.
Benefits for Customers:
You have the option to join the scheme and we think you have everything to gain by joining. The benefits are as follows:
- Savings on the Bristol Water standard tariff.
- Monthly meter reading and billing.
- Flexibility between bands. It is possible to change bands if consumption patterns change but this cannot be backdated.
- The fixed annual charges are based on the band you choose and not calculated on the number of meters, as is the case with standard metered supplies.
- You will have a dedicated BusinessCare Account Manager for all dealings with Bristol Water.
2010/2011 Major User Tariff Bands
Band |
Annual Use in Cubic Metres (M3) |
Fixed Annual Charge |
Volume Charge (pence per cubic metre) |
A+ |
Over 500,000 |
£39,100 |
72.65 |
A |
To 500,000 |
£22,000 |
76.07 |
B |
To 250,000 |
£8,900 |
81.31 |
C |
To 100,000 |
£4,800 |
85.41 |
D |
To 50,000 |
£2,100 |
90.81 |
E |
To 15,000 |
£165 |
103.71 |
Standard |
Under 5,000 |
£33.00
per meter |
106.35 |
Terms and Conditions of the Scheme:
To apply to join the scheme, return the completed form to the BusinessCare team, who will be looking after your account if you join. If you would like further information on the Scheme, please ring Neil Mullins on 01225 524392 or Paul Grinham on 01225 524352.
- Once the tariff band has been selected, this will be used for the forthcoming charges period, which ends in March 2011, unless other arrangements are made. If you would like to move tariff bands, please ring BusinessCare on 01225 524392 or 01225 524352.
- All meters will be read during the 1st week of each month, producing water bills during the 2nd week of each month.
- Payment of water bills will be made by the 8th of the following month. Bristol Water reserves the right to make charges under the Late Payment of Commercial Debts (interest) Act 1988 should payment of your account be late.
- Failure to comply with these terms will result in your removal from the scheme and your account placed on the Bristol Water Standard Tariff of 106.35 pence per M3 and fixed standing charge of £33.00 per meter
- Joining and remaining in the scheme is at the absolute discretion of Bristol Water.
- It is a requirement of the Band E tariff that payments must be made by Direct Debit.
- If you are paying your joint water and sewage account by Direct Debit, payment will be requested on or just after the 1st of the month.
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