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T101 Satellite Imagery Leakage Detection Services

NORTHERN IRELAND WATER LIMITED

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

04 Mar 2026 at 16:52

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Award

05 Feb 2026 at 16:03

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

22 Sep 2025 at 15:19

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

17 Apr 2025 at 13:25

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Northern Ireland Water Ltd has successfully completed the procurement process for the "T101 Satellite Imagery Leakage Detection Services" contract. This initiative involves the use of Satellite Imagery, specifically Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR), to detect leakage in water utilities, thereby assisting the authority in reaching its leakage targets. The buying organisation, Northern Ireland Water Ltd, operates under public authority sub-central government classification and follows Northern Irish devolved regulations. The procurement process was conducted through an open competitive flexible procedure and was part of the utilities special regime. The contract was signed on 4 March 2026, with a contract period from 5 March 2026 to 4 March 2029, and an option to extend for up to an additional four years.

Business opportunities arising from this contract are significant for tech companies specialising in satellite technology, particularly in detecting ground saturation and identifying potential leakages. The awarded supplier, ORIGIN TECH LTD, exemplifies how SMEs, notably those with expertise in surveillance and security systems, radar apparatus, and surveying instruments, can successfully compete in tenders within public utilities. With the initial contract valued at £5.9 million (gross value £7.08 million), this case highlights the lucrative potential for businesses providing innovative solutions in the water distribution industry. Future renewals and extensions further amplify the growth prospects for suppliers in this sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

T101 Satellite Imagery Leakage Detection Services

Notice Description

This Contract is for the provision of Satellite Imagery Leakage Detection services, using this innovative technology to assist the Client to achieve their leakage targets. The services required are Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) sensor (or equivalent) Satellite Imagery for Leakage Detection. The Contractor will provide satellite technology that has the ability to scan for ground saturation and displays areas of potential leakage.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: Please see the Specification for further information.

Renewal: There is the option to extend the contract for 2+1+1 years.

Planning Information

This RFI is a general market enquiry to identify and engage with suppliers who can supply and deliver satellite imagery leakage detection to NI Water. NI Water is seeking to assess the interest, capacity and capability of the market in providing this type of service. Further information and a copy of the Request for Information questionnaire is available and should be requested by emailing sourcing@niwater.com FAO Heather Kyle.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0504d7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019677-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

65 - Public utilities

CPV Codes

35120000 - Surveillance and security systems and devices

38115000 - Radar apparatus

38296000 - Surveying instruments

65000000 - Public utilities

65100000 - Water distribution and related services

65110000 - Water distribution

65111000 - Drinking-water distribution

65130000 - Operation of water supplies

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£7,040,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£7,040,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£5,900,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
£5,900,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Mar 20265 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
2 Jun 2025Expired
Award Date
5 Feb 20266 months ago
Contract Period
5 Mar 2026 - 4 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
2032-09-01

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTHERN IRELAND WATER LIMITED
Additional Buyers

Northern Ireland Water Ltd

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BELFAST
Postcode
BT14 6TE
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
TLN Northern Ireland
Local Authority
Belfast
Electoral Ward
Chichester Park
Westminster Constituency
Belfast North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ORIGIN TECH LTD

Further Information

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