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Cable Jointing Services, Replacement of Compound Filled Service Cut-outs and Loop Service Replacement

Northern Ireland Electricity Networks Limited

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06 Jun 2025 at 12:23

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22 Apr 2024 at 17:25

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Northern Ireland Electricity Networks Ltd focuses on the award of a framework agreement titled "Cable Jointing Services, Replacement of Compound Filled Service Cut-outs and Loop Service Replacement." It falls under the industry category of installation services, excluding software, and is geographically located in Northern Ireland. This procurement has moved through to the award stage, with the most recent activities completed in June 2025. The process utilised a selective procurement method, specifically a negotiated procedure with prior call for competition, and involved three lots. Key elements such as delivery timelines and service provision were carefully structured within this framework, initially active for four years with potential extensions.

This tender creates substantial opportunities for businesses in the electrical and construction industries, particularly those capable of providing comprehensive services in electric power line construction, mains connections, and related installation works. SMEs, like KJM Electrical Ltd and Whitemountain Quarries Ltd, which have been awarded contracts for specific lots, demonstrate that smaller scale enterprises can effectively compete in this space. Businesses with expertise in high voltage systems, infrastructure installation, and customer-focused service provision are particularly well-suited for such opportunities, benefiting from a structured framework agreement with possibilities for business growth over a multi-year period.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Cable Jointing Services, Replacement of Compound Filled Service Cut-outs and Loop Service Replacement

Notice Description

The S1133 (2024) contract will facilitate NIE Networks' internal work requirements associated with the provision of Cable Jointing Services, Replacement of Compound Filled Service Cut-outs and Loop Service Replacement. This contract comprised of 3 Lots. Potential suppliers had the opportunity to submit bids for each of the Lots.

Lot Information

Lot 1- Cable Jointing Services

* Cable Jointing Services (33kV, 11kV, LV mains and LV service) associated with: a) Provision of New Customer Connections b) Fault and Emergency Response (including provision of resources on a standby rota) c) Asset Installation / Replacement / Upgrade Works * Installation of steel work and cleating for supporting cables * Working at Heights (involving competent utilisation of Mobile Elevated Working Platforms, scaffold/platforms and ladders) * Working in cable basements, cable culverts or other restricted work spaces * Recording of NIE Networks Asset Information

Options: The purpose of this procurement exercise is to award Framework Agreements for a period of four (4) years, with the option, exercisable exclusively by NIE Networks, to extend the contract for up to 2 further 24 month periods (8 years in total).

Renewal: The purpose of this procurement exercise is to award Framework Agreements for a period of four (4) years, with the option, exercisable exclusively by NIE Networks, to extend the contract for up to 2 further 24 month periods (8 years in total).

Lot 2- Replacement of Compound Filled Service Cut-outs

The Framework Agreement will comprise the following service areas:- * Turnkey approach to replacement of identified iron-clad and Bakelite compound filled service cut-outs * Liaise with NIE Networks Contract Manager to ascertain work locations * Manage all customer information in line with latest Data Protection Legislation * Customer management including agreeing work programme at each customer property * Job planning including creating a Field File detailing the agreed works to be carried out at each property for all complex changes * The materials used for the delivery of this contract shall be via free issue from NIE Networks' local store against allocated Internal Order No. (Only NIE Networks' approved materials can be used, in line with LV Jointing Manual). * Carry out all required civil work activities (if required) at each customer property * Refit meter, reterminate tails and if necessary replace meter tails * Carry out all excavation and reinstatement work activities (if required) at each customer property * Carry out all excavation and reinstatement in public property in line with relevant Street Works legislation * Carry out all building work activities (if required) at each customer property * Carry out all electrical work activities (if required) at each customer property * Carry out all cable jointing activities on Paper Insulated Lead Covered (PILC) and Plastic design cables as agreed at each customer property. These works must comply with the relevant sections of NIE Networks LV jointing Manual including working 'Live'. * Have relevant knowledge and experience to report defects on the network and be able to make the correct decisions on how each situation is managed to ensure a safe environment is maintained at all times. * Develop and update database to provide traceability for all work locations * Photographic evidence of the asset before, during and after works completed, with a hyperlink to the database * Report back to NIE Networks Contract Manager on a monthly basis * Carry out joint inspections of on-going works as requested by the NIE Networks Contract Manager * Manage and return customer information in line with current Data Protection Legislation as requested by the NIE Networks Contract Manager * The above list is not exhaustive.

Options: The purpose of this procurement exercise is to award Framework Agreements for a period of four (4) years, with the option, exercisable exclusively by NIE Networks, to extend the contract for up to 2 further 24 month periods (8 years in total).

Renewal: The purpose of this procurement exercise is to award Framework Agreements for a period of four (4) years, with the option, exercisable exclusively by NIE Networks, to extend the contract for up to 2 further 24 month periods (8 years in total).

Lot 3- Loop Service Replacement

The Framework Agreement will comprise the following service areas:- * Turnkey approach to replacement of identified Looped Services * Liaise with NIE Networks Contracts Manager to ascertain work locations * Manage all customer information in line with latest Data Protection Legislation * Customer management including agreeing work programme at each customer property * Job planning including creating a Field File detailing the agreed works to be carried out at each property * The materials used for the delivery of this contract shall be via free issue from NIE Networks' local store against allocated Internal Order No. (Only NIE Networks' approved materials can be used, in line with LV Jointing Manual). * Carry out all required civil work activities (if required) at each customer property * Carry out all excavation and reinstatement work activities (if required) at each customer property * Carry out all excavation and reinstatement in public property in line with relevant Street Works legislation * Carry out all building work activities (if required) at each customer property * Carry out all electrical work activities (if required) at each customer property * Carry out all cable jointing activities on Paper Insulated Lead Covered (PILC) and Plastic design cables as agreed at each customer property. These works must comply with the relevant sections of NIE Networks LV jointing Manual including working 'Live'. * Have relevant knowledge and experience to report defects on the network and be able to make the correct decisions on how each situation is managed to ensure a safe environment is maintained at all times. * Complete customer feedback survey as part of the works at all locations * Develop and update database to provide traceability for all work locations * Photographic evidence of the asset before and after works, with a hyperlink to the database * Report back to NIE Networks Contracts Manager on a monthly basis * Carry out joint inspections of on-going works as requested by the NIE Networks Contract Manager * Manage and return customer information in line with current Data Protection Legislation as requested by the NIE Networks Contract Manager

Options: The purpose of this procurement exercise is to award Framework Agreements for a period of four (4) years, with the option, exercisable exclusively by NIE Networks, to extend the contract for up to 2 further 24 month periods (8 years in total).

Renewal: The purpose of this procurement exercise is to award Framework Agreements for a period of four (4) years, with the option, exercisable exclusively by NIE Networks, to extend the contract for up to 2 further 24 month periods (8 years in total).

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-045441
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030553-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Negotiated procedure with prior call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

45 - Construction work

51 - Installation services (except software)

CPV Codes

31311000 - Mains connections

45231400 - Construction work for electricity power lines

51000000 - Installation services (except software)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£65,700,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Jun 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
23 May 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Northern Ireland Electricity Networks Limited
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BELFAST,
Postcode
BT9 5HT
Postcode Area
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland
Major Region (ITL 1)
Not specified
Basic Region (ITL 2)
Not specified
Small Region (ITL 3)
Not specified
Delivery Location
TLN Northern Ireland
Local Authority
Not specified
Electoral Ward
Not specified
Westminster Constituency
Not specified

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

KJM Electrical Ltd

WHITEMOUNTAIN QUARRIES LTD

Further Information

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