Tender

21/017 - NI Network Balancing Gas

GNI (UK) LIMITED

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Tender

12 Jul 2021 at 15:07

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "21/017 - NI Network Balancing Gas" is initiated by GNI (UK) Limited and concerns the tendering for Balancing Gas Services in Northern Ireland. This procurement process focuses on supplying both Balancing Gas Sell and Buy services for the period from 1st October 2021 until 1st October 2022. The tender is currently in the active stage and bids must be submitted through the eTenders system no later than 12.00 hrs local time on 11th August 2021. The process follows an open procurement method, allowing for a maximum of two bids for the primary framework and one for the secondary framework agreements, with documents available in both English and Gaelic.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the energy sector, particularly those specialising in natural gas supply and distribution. Companies that can effectively offer Balancing Gas Services are encouraged to participate due to the potential for securing contracts in this essential service area. The involvement of multiple framework agreements enhances competition, allowing both established firms and emerging players to compete for contracts, thus fostering business growth in the energy market within Northern Ireland.

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Notice Title

21/017 - NI Network Balancing Gas

Notice Description

Northern Ireland's requirement for Balancing Gas Services (Balancing Gas Sell and Balancing Gas Buy) is being tendered for the period from1st October 2021 until 1st October 2022 on behalf of GNI(UK), PTL, BGTL, & WTL, (together the "NI Network Operators").

Lot Information

21/017 - NI Network Balancing Gas - Lot 1 - Primary Buy Framework Agreement

Northern Ireland's requirement for Balancing Gas Services (Balancing Gas Sell and Balancing Gas Buy) is being tendered for the period from1st October 2021 until 1st October 2022 on behalf of GNI(UK), PTL, BGTL, & WTL, (together the "NI Network Operators"). Primary Buy Framework Agreement - up to 2 Balancing Gas Contracts (and therefore up to 2 places on the Framework Agreement) Please refer to the ITT document for further information. Additional information: You must submit through the eTenders system before the deadline. It is very important that you commence the scanning & uploading of your response in a timely manner. The system will automatically lockdown at the exact time specified in the Tender documents. Tenders that are not fully uploaded by the response deadline will not be accepted by the system. Please submit via the eTenders system not later than 12.00 hrs local time on Wednesday 11th August 2021. www.etenders.gov.ie/system-user-guides

Renewal: 12 months extension option

21/017 - NI Network Balancing Gas - Lot 2 - Secondary Buy Framework Agreement

Northern Ireland's requirement for Balancing Gas Services (Balancing Gas Sell and Balancing Gas Buy) is being tendered for the period from1st October 2021 until 1st October 2022 on behalf of GNI(UK), PTL, BGTL, & WTL, (together the "NI Network Operators"). Secondary Buy Framework Agreement -1 Balancing Gas Contract (and therefore 1 place on the Framework Agreement) Please refer to the ITT document. Additional information: You must submit through the eTenders system before the deadline. It is very important that you commence the scanning & uploading of your response in a timely manner. The system will automatically lockdown at the exact time specified in the Tender documents. Tenders that are not fully uploaded by the response deadline will not be accepted by the system. Please submit via the eTenders system not later than 12.00 hrs local time on Wednesday 11th August 2021. www.etenders.gov.ie/system-user-guides

Renewal: 12 months extension option

21/017 - NI Network Balancing Gas - Lot 3 - Sell Framework Agreement

Northern Ireland's requirement for Balancing Gas Services (Balancing Gas Sell and Balancing Gas Buy) is being tendered for the period from1st October 2021 until 1st October 2022 on behalf of GNI(UK), PTL, BGTL, & WTL, (together the "NI Network Operators"). Sell Framework Agreement - 1 Balancing Gas Contracts (therefore 1 place on the Framework Agreement). Please refer to the ITT document. Additional information: You must submit through the eTenders system before the deadline. It is very important that you commence the scanning & uploading of your response in a timely manner. The system will automatically lockdown at the exact time specified in the Tender documents. Tenders that are not fully uploaded by the response deadline will not be accepted by the system. Please submit via the eTenders system not later than 12.00 hrs local time on Wednesday 11th August 2021. www.etenders.gov.ie/system-user-guides

Renewal: 12 months extension option

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02c6e7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016245-2021
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy


CPV Codes

09123000 - Natural gas

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Jul 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 Aug 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GNI (UK) LIMITED
Contact Name
Tender Admin
Contact Email
tenders@ervia.ie
Contact Phone
+353 214239065

Buyer Location

Locality
KIRKCUDBRIGHT
Postcode
DG6 4TR
Post Town
Dumfries and Galloway
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM92 Dumfries and Galloway
Delivery Location
TLN Northern Ireland

Local Authority
Dumfries and Galloway
Electoral Ward
Dee and Glenkens
Westminster Constituency
Dumfries and Galloway

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