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14 Apr 2026 at 09:09

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16 Oct 2024 at 10:31

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08 May 2024 at 11:36

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves South Eastern Regional College, acting on behalf of all Northern Ireland FE Colleges, seeking suppliers for plumbing supplies across six separate lots. The total estimated value of the procurement is £863,200, which was corrected from a previous administrative error. The procurement follows an open procedure and is currently in the tender update stage, with the latest notice dated 14 April 2026. The procuring entity aims to facilitate collaboration among the colleges of Northern Ireland, ensuring the supply and delivery of plumbing equipment under a framework that allows tenderers to bid on multiple lots without restriction. Each college will establish individual contracts with successful suppliers, creating ongoing business relationships within the region. Various colleges across Northern Ireland, including Belfast, Antrim, and Omagh, are involved, focusing on the goods category with CPV classification for plumbing equipment.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses within the plumbing supply industry, particularly those with capabilities to manage multi-location deliveries and substantial supply volumes. Suppliers can increase their market presence and build long-term connections with educational institutions across Northern Ireland by securing one or more of the available lots. Ideal contenders would be those offering competitive pricing, efficient delivery logistics, and reliable contract management, considering the evaluation criteria heavily weigh on cost (90%) alongside quality management (10%). The opportunity to tender for multiple lots allows for scalability and maximising value, while also offering room to innovate in service delivery processes. SMEs with the requisite capabilities can also partake since there are no limitations on lot bidding, allowing them to compete alongside larger entities for contracts lasting up to three years post-extension.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

ID 5221531 - DfE - SRC - Plumbing Supplies for the Northern Ireland FE Colleges

Notice Description

Southern Regional College (SRC) on behalf of the six Regional Colleges in Northern Ireland ("NI Colleges") wishes to appoint Supplier(s) for the Provision of Supply and Delivery of Plumbing Supplies. The contract will be subdivided into six individual Lots, one for each of the colleges. There are no restrictions on the number of lots a Tenderer can bid for or be awarded. Therefore, Tenderers may tender for any lot they wish. However, Tenderers must be able to provide and deliver all plumbing supplies listed within each lot bid for. Tenderers should refer to the Specification Schedule for more details on the services required.

Lot Information

Lot 1 - Belfast Metropolitan College BMC

Southern Regional College (SRC) on behalf of the six Regional Colleges in Northern Ireland ("NI Colleges") wishes to appoint Supplier(s) for the Provision of Supply and Delivery of Plumbing Supplies. The contract will be subdivided into six individual Lots, one for each of the colleges. There are no restrictions on the number of lots a Tenderer can bid for or be awarded. Therefore, Tenderers may tender for any lot they wish. However, Tenderers must be able to provide and deliver all plumbing supplies listed within each lot bid for. Tenderers should refer to the Specification Schedule for more details on the services required. Additional information: The initial contract period will commence on award date for a period of 12 months. The Colleges may extend the Contract for any periods up to and including 36 Months.

Options: The initial contract period will commence on award date for a period of 12 months. The Colleges may extend the Contract for any periods up to and including 36 Months.

Renewal: The Contract may be extended for any period up to and including 36 Months.

Lot 2 - Northern Regional College NRC

Southern Regional College (SRC) on behalf of the six Regional Colleges in Northern Ireland ("NI Colleges") wishes to appoint Supplier(s) for the Provision of Supply and Delivery of Plumbing Supplies. The contract will be subdivided into six individual Lots, one for each of the colleges. There are no restrictions on the number of lots a Tenderer can bid for or be awarded. Therefore, Tenderers may tender for any lot they wish. However, Tenderers must be able to provide and deliver all plumbing supplies listed within each lot bid for. Tenderers should refer to the Specification Schedule for more details on the services required. Additional information: The initial contract period will commence on award date for a period of 12 months. The Colleges may extend the Contract for any periods up to and including 36 Months.

Options: The initial contract period will commence on award date for a period of 12 months. The Colleges may extend the Contract for any periods up to and including 36 Months.

Renewal: The Contract may be extended for any period up to and including 36 Months.

Lot 3 - North West Regional College NWRC

Southern Regional College (SRC) on behalf of the six Regional Colleges in Northern Ireland ("NI Colleges") wishes to appoint Supplier(s) for the Provision of Supply and Delivery of Plumbing Supplies. The contract will be subdivided into six individual Lots, one for each of the colleges. There are no restrictions on the number of lots a Tenderer can bid for or be awarded. Therefore, Tenderers may tender for any lot they wish. However, Tenderers must be able to provide and deliver all plumbing supplies listed within each lot bid for. Tenderers should refer to the Specification Schedule for more details on the services required. Additional information: The initial contract period will commence on award date for a period of 12 months. The Colleges may extend the Contract for any periods up to and including 36 Months.

Options: The initial contract period will commence on award date for a period of 12 months. The Colleges may extend the Contract for any periods up to and including 36 Months.

Renewal: The Contract may be extended for any period up to and including 36 Months.

Lot 4 - South Eastern Regional College SERC

Southern Regional College (SRC) on behalf of the six Regional Colleges in Northern Ireland ("NI Colleges") wishes to appoint Supplier(s) for the Provision of Supply and Delivery of Plumbing Supplies. The contract will be subdivided into six individual Lots, one for each of the colleges. There are no restrictions on the number of lots a Tenderer can bid for or be awarded. Therefore, Tenderers may tender for any lot they wish. However, Tenderers must be able to provide and deliver all plumbing supplies listed within each lot bid for. Tenderers should refer to the Specification Schedule for more details on the services required. Additional information: The initial contract period will commence on award date for a period of 12 months. The Colleges may extend the Contract for any periods up to and including 36 Months.

Options: The initial contract period will commence on award date for a period of 12 months. The Colleges may extend the Contract for any periods up to and including 36 Months.

Renewal: The Contract may be extended for any period up to and including 36 Months.

Lot 5 - Southern Regional College SRC

Southern Regional College (SRC) on behalf of the six Regional Colleges in Northern Ireland ("NI Colleges") wishes to appoint Supplier(s) for the Provision of Supply and Delivery of Plumbing Supplies. The contract will be subdivided into six individual Lots, one for each of the colleges. There are no restrictions on the number of lots a Tenderer can bid for or be awarded. Therefore, Tenderers may tender for any lot they wish. However, Tenderers must be able to provide and deliver all plumbing supplies listed within each lot bid for. Tenderers should refer to the Specification Schedule for more details on the services required. Additional information: The initial contract period will commence on award date for a period of 12 months. The Colleges may extend the Contract for any periods up to and including 36 Months.

Options: The initial contract period will commence on award date for a period of 12 months. The Colleges may extend the Contract for any periods up to and including 36 Months.

Renewal: The Contract may be extended for any period up to and including 36 Months.

Lot 6 - South West College SWC

Southern Regional College (SRC) on behalf of the six Regional Colleges in Northern Ireland ("NI Colleges") wishes to appoint Supplier(s) for the Provision of Supply and Delivery of Plumbing Supplies. The contract will be subdivided into six individual Lots, one for each of the colleges. There are no restrictions on the number of lots a Tenderer can bid for or be awarded. Therefore, Tenderers may tender for any lot they wish. However, Tenderers must be able to provide and deliver all plumbing supplies listed within each lot bid for. Tenderers should refer to the Specification Schedule for more details on the services required. Additional information: The initial contract period will commence on award date for a period of 12 months. The Colleges may extend the Contract for any periods up to and including 36 Months.

Options: The initial contract period will commence on award date for a period of 12 months. The Colleges may extend the Contract for any periods up to and including 36 Months.

Renewal: The Contract may be extended for any period up to and including 36 Months.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0457d9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033531-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

39715300 - Plumbing equipment

44115200 - Plumbing and heating materials

44115210 - Plumbing materials

45330000 - Plumbing and sanitary works

45332000 - Plumbing and drain-laying work

45332200 - Water plumbing work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£863,200 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£849,200 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£219,800 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Apr 20265 months ago
Submission Deadline
11 Jun 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
South Eastern Regional College
Additional Buyers

FE Belfast Metropolitan College

FE North West Regional College

FE Northern Regional College

FE South Eastern Regional College

FE South West College

FE Southern Regional College

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEWTOWNARDS
Postcode
BT23 7EH
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)
TLN09 Ards and North Down
Delivery Location
TLN Northern Ireland

Local Authority
Ards and North Down
Electoral Ward
Glen
Westminster Constituency
Strangford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
3
Supplier Names

BASSETTS WOLSELEY LTD

HALDANE FISHER LTD

Beggs and Partners

Further Information

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