Tender

Integrated Asset Lifecycle Management System

INTERCONNECTOR SERVICES (NI) LIMITED

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

22 Dec 2025 at 15:09

Planning

04 Sep 2025 at 08:17

Summary of the contracting process

Interconnector Services (NI) Limited, on behalf of Mutual Energy Limited, is actively seeking to procure an Integrated Asset Lifecycle Management System aimed at bolstering the management of its maturing assets. The procurement falls under the IT services and software development category. This competitive flexible procedure, set within the utilities sector under Northern Irish devolved regulations, presents an open procurement method. Notable deadlines include the end of the tender period on 30th January 2026 and the closing of the enquiry period on 23rd January 2026. The procurement, valued at £750,000 GBP, is located in the United Kingdom, specifically in the Northern Ireland region, and involves activities under CPV codes such as IT services and software-related support.

This tender creates business growth opportunities by introducing subcontracting and partnership prospects to firms specialising in IT services, software development, and system management. Companies experienced in asset management solutions, especially those providing cloud-based functionalities and advanced asset tracking software, will find an advantageous space to showcase and apply their technologies. The successful bidder will not only supply but also provide ongoing support for the commissioned system, engaging in continued development to adapt to emerging business needs. This tender is ideal for businesses capable of delivering comprehensive IT solutions that integrate seamlessly into existing infrastructure while enhancing operational efficiency through digital transformation.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Integrated Asset Lifecycle Management System

Notice Description

Interconnector Services Limited, on behalf of Mutual Energy Limited, is undertaking a tendering exercise to establish an Asset Lifecycle Management System ("ALMS") to support our growing organisation with maturing assets. Further information on the scope and requirements can be found within the PQQ document.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Initial contract of 3 years with two potential 2 year extensions.

Planning Information

It is the intention of Interconnector Services to host pre-market engagement meetings during the week commencing October 6th 2025. If you wish to participate you must e-mail beth.mckenna@mutual-energy.com with the subject "Meeting" no later than 12:00 on Tuesday 30th September. Your email should include the names of the representatives wishing to attend, the name of your organisation and a brief summary of the services your organisation is interested in providing. Please also provide your availability for a one-hour meeting during the week commencing 06/10/2025 and whether an in-person (at our office based in Belfast) or online meeting is preferred. Appointments will be confirmed by email according to ISL availability and will be allocated on a first come first served basis. Please note the date is subject to change and we reserve the right to arrange alternative engagement meetings with suppliers if required. All future tender documentation will be made available via the Find a Tender website and the Mutual Energy In-Tend portal and potential tenderers should register on this website (https://in-tendhost.co.uk/mutual-energy/aspx/Home) to ensure they have access to tender documentation when the tender is published. This pre-market engagement meeting is for information purposes only. Any interest shown does not constitute a commitment to participate in a procurement exercise. Failure to show interest does not restrict providers from participating in any future procurement exercise.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0593b6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/085486-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

72200000 - Software programming and consultancy services

72212610 - Database software development services

72212700 - Software development services utilities

72212781 - System management software development services

72212900 - Miscellaneous software development services and computer systems

72260000 - Software-related services

72261000 - Software support services

72263000 - Software implementation services

72268000 - Software supply services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£750,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£750,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Dec 20251 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jan 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
30 Sep 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
INTERCONNECTOR SERVICES (NI) LIMITED
Additional Buyers

INTERCONNECTOR SERVICES (NI) LIMITED (ON BEHALF OF MUTUAL ENERGY LIMITED)

Contact Name
Hannah Keery
Contact Email
hannah.keery@mutual-energy.com
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
85 ORMEAU ROAD
Postcode
BT7 1SH
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
TLN Northern Ireland

Local Authority
Belfast
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Belfast South and Mid Down

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