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DoF 4957638 Pan Government Framework For Ground Investigation Works 2023 (Revised)

Department of Inance

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

19 Jun 2026 at 10:24

Award Notice
Tender

18 Aug 2023 at 16:13

Tender Notice
Tender

19 May 2023 at 10:30

Tender Notice
Planning

01 Dec 2022 at 11:14

Planning Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Department of Finance, Northern Ireland, through its Construction and Procurement Delivery (CPD), is overseeing the Pan Government Framework for Ground Investigation Works 2023. This procurement initiative is intended to establish a framework agreement that facilitates ground investigation works for public sector bodies in Northern Ireland. The primary industry category is 'works,' particularly focusing on ground investigation work (CPV 45111250), covering multiple regions, including Northern, Eastern, Western, and Southern Areas of Northern Ireland. The procurement process is currently in the 'Award' stage, with four lots awarded, marking the completion phase. The contracting process involves an open procedure, and contracts have been signed as of 15th December 2023. The framework’s value is anticipated to reach up to £8,000,000, demonstrating a significant opportunity for businesses in this field.

This procurement presents valuable opportunities for businesses involved in construction, particularly those specialising in geotechnical investigation services. Companies that provide expertise in boreholes, drillholes, and environmental testing can greatly benefit from this framework. Given the structure of the Lots, participation is limited to two Lots per business, thus promoting competition and allowing diverse businesses to take part. The procurement’s geographic coverage offers ample scope for local businesses to engage with public sector projects across Northern Ireland. Businesses registered with Constructionline, possessing a minimum category value of £175,000, are particularly well-suited to compete in this tender, potentially fostering business growth via sustained public sector contracts. Additionally, the framework agreement underscores the importance of quality and price in the award criteria, providing an avenue for competitive tendering.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DoF 4957638 Pan Government Framework For Ground Investigation Works 2023 (Revised)

Notice Description

Construction and Procurement Delivery acting as the Contracting Authority, wishes to appoint Contractors to enter into a Framework Agreement for the provision of ground investigation works for Public Sector Bodies in Northern Ireland.

Lot Information

Lot 1: Northern Area - Causeway Coast and Glens; Mid and East Antrim; Antrim and Newtownabbey

Construction and Procurement Delivery acting as the Contracting Authority, wishes to appoint Contractors to enter into a Framework Agreement for the provision of ground investigation works for Public Sector Bodies in Northern Ireland.

Renewal: The Framework Agreement is expected to become operational in 2023 and expire in 2027. The Agreement may be terminated in relation to any one or more Contractors before the Expiry Date by written notice in accordance with the Framework Agreement conditions. Should the Framework Agreement operate for its entire 4 year duration, then it is likely that it will require renewal in 2027

Lot 2: Eastern Area - Belfast; Lisburn and Castlereagh

Construction and Procurement Delivery acting as the Contracting Authority, wishes to appoint Contractors to enter into a Framework Agreement for the provision of ground investigation works for Public Sector Bodies in Northern Ireland.

Renewal: The Framework Agreement is expected to become operational in 2023 and expire in 2027. The Agreement may be terminated in relation to any one or more Contractors before the Expiry Date by written notice in accordance with the Framework Agreement conditions. Should the Framework Agreement operate for its entire 4 year duration, then it is likely that it will require renewal in 2027

Lot 3: Western Area - Mid Ulster; Derry and Strabane; Fermanagh and Omagh

Construction and Procurement Delivery acting as the Contracting Authority, wishes to appoint Contractors to enter into a Framework Agreement for the provision of ground investigation works for Public Sector Bodies in Northern Ireland.

Renewal: The Framework Agreement is expected to become operational in 2023 and expire in 2027. The Agreement may be terminated in relation to any one or more Contractors before the Expiry Date by written notice in accordance with the Framework Agreement conditions. Should the Framework Agreement operate for its entire 4 year duration, then it is likely that it will require renewal in 2027.

Lot 4: Southern Area - Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon; Newry, Mourne and Down; North Down and Ards

Construction and Procurement Delivery acting as the Contracting Authority, wishes to appoint Contractors to enter into a Framework Agreement for the provision of ground investigation works for Public Sector Bodies in Northern Ireland.

Renewal: The Framework Agreement is expected to become operational in 2023 and expire in 2027. The Agreement may be terminated in relation to any one or more Contractors before the Expiry Date by written notice in accordance with the Framework Agreement conditions. Should the Framework Agreement operate for its entire 4 year duration, then it is likely that it will require renewal in 2027

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0389cb
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057899-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

45111250 - Ground investigation work

71510000 - Site-investigation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£8,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£8,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£2,393,106 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Jun 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
2 Oct 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
9 Jan 2023Expired
Award Date
15 Dec 20232 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Framework to be renewed in Summer of 2027

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Department of Inance
Additional Buyers

CPD - Construction Division

Construction and Procurement Delivery, Department of Finance, Northern Ireland

Department of Finance

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BELFAST
Postcode
BT3 9ED
Postcode Area
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN06 Belfast
Delivery Location
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Local Authority
Belfast
Electoral Ward
Sydenham
Westminster Constituency
Belfast East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

CAUSEWAY GEOTECH LTD

Tetra Tech Consulting NI Ltd

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