This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

11 Mar 2026 at 16:09

Award

29 Jan 2026 at 14:20

TenderUpdate

12 Jun 2025 at 09:48

Tender

11 Jun 2025 at 10:26

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for Northern Ireland Water's "T100 Sludge Press Maintenance, Supply and Delivery of Spare Parts and Filter Cloths" contract has reached the award stage, with the contract being awarded to Drilling & Pumping Supplies Ltd. This contract involves the provision of maintenance, repair, and servicing of sludge presses, alongside the supply and fitting of spare parts and filter cloths, under a selective procurement method executed through a competitive flexible procedure. Situated in Belfast, the buying organisation operates under Northern Irish devolved regulations, targeting utilities. The contract, valued at £6,920,000 with a gross amount of £8,304,000, is active from 13th April 2026 until 12th April 2028, with potential extensions up to 2031. Predetermined key performance indicators ensure quality of goods, response times, and emergency services, fostering efficient delivery throughout the contract period.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in repair and maintenance services, particularly within the realm of sludge-handling and processing equipment, filter machinery, and sludge treatment services. Large-scale companies with expertise in utility services are well-suited to meet the demands of this tender, potentially enhancing their market presence in Northern Ireland. The collaborative procurement approach encourages substantial business growth for companies capable of meeting stringent service and product quality metrics while adhering to specified response and delivery times. With the option for renewal, businesses can further establish long-term engagements and significantly contribute to Northern Ireland Water's operational efficiency.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

T100 Sludge Press Maintenance, Supply and Delivery of Spare Parts and Filter Cloths

Notice Description

This tender is for the provision of sludge press servicing/maintenance/repair and supply/delivery/fitting of spare parts and filter cloths. Please refer to the Specification for further information on the requirement.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: See section 1.6 of the Specification for details.

Renewal: The initial period of the contract is 2 years with the option to extend for 1+1+1 years (2+1+1+1 years).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-054674
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021948-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

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

42 - Industrial machinery

50 - Repair and maintenance services

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

34913000 - Miscellaneous spare parts

34951200 - Sludge-handling equipment

39525200 - Filter elements of cloth

42955000 - Parts of filtering machinery

42996900 - Sludge-processing equipment

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

90513800 - Sludge treatment services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£8,640,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£8,640,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£6,920,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
£6,920,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Mar 20265 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Jan 20267 months ago
Contract Period
13 Apr 2026 - 12 Apr 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
2030-01-01

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Northern Ireland Water
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

Drilling & Pumping Supplies Ltd

Further Information

Notice Documents

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