Planning

RFI for supply of Sirofloc Magnetite and Alternative Magnetite for potable water treatment

NORTHERN IRELAND WATER

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Planning

30 Jul 2025 at 13:41

Summary of the contracting process

Northern Ireland Water, operating under the Northern Irish devolved regulations, is in the planning stage of a public procurement process titled "RFI for supply of Sirofloc Magnetite and Alternative Magnetite for potable water treatment." This involves the supply of chemical products and drinking water treatment materials. Located in Belfast, UK, the procurement is classified under the goods category, specifically targeting utilities. Interested parties can engage in this initial market engagement, with the deadline for requesting the Request for Information (RFI) set for 15 August 2025. Suppliers with products compatible with their existing Sirofloc process are especially sought after for this long-term contract scheduled to commence in 2029.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in chemical products and potable water treatment solutions. Companies experienced in the supply and innovation of treatments compatible with Sirofloc magnetite are well-positioned to benefit from this procurement. The long contract period indicates a stable, recurring demand, proving especially advantageous for suppliers capable of offering competitive and sustainable solutions. Engaging early in the planning stage can provide businesses with strategic insights and the possibility to align offerings with the specific needs of Northern Ireland Water, thus fostering potential growth in this niche market segment.

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Notice Title

RFI for supply of Sirofloc Magnetite and Alternative Magnetite for potable water treatment

Notice Description

Supply of Sirofloc Magnetite and/or potential alternatives to Sirofloc magnetite in Potable Water Treatment Process. NI Water are currently considering alternative products which will work with our existing Sirofloc process and are keen to meet with suppliers who have experience in the supply of Sirofloc magnetite or similar alternatives for potable water treatment.

Planning Information

Please email sourcing@niwater.com FAO Sean Jennings for a copy of the Request for Information (RFI).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-056932
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044330-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

24 - Chemical products

41 - Collected and purified water


CPV Codes

24000000 - Chemical products

41110000 - Drinking water

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jul 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
15 Aug 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2029 - 1 Jan 2032 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTHERN IRELAND WATER
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
sourcing@niwater.com
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BELFAST
Postcode
BT14 6TE
Post Town
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
Not specified

Local Authority
Belfast
Electoral Ward
Chichester Park
Westminster Constituency
Belfast North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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