T141 - Electrical, Instrumentation, Control and Automation, Installation, Repair and Maintenance

NORTHERN IRELAND WATER LIMITED

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

05 Jun 2026 at 17:39

Planning

05 Sep 2025 at 18:19

Summary of the contracting process

Northern Ireland Water Limited is conducting an active tender for the provision of Electrical, Instrumentation, Control and Automation (EICA) services under the title "T141 - Electrical, Instrumentation, Control and Automation, Installation, Repair and Maintenance." This tender falls within the services industry category, with key activities including electrical installation, repair, and maintenance across Northern Ireland. The procurement is being conducted through a selective, competitive flexible procedure. Critical dates include the end of the tender period on 3rd July 2026, enquiry period ending on 26th June 2026, and an award period closing on 1st October 2026. The contract will commence on 11th April 2027 and is expected to run until 10th April 2030, with renewal options available.

This tender represents a significant business opportunity, particularly for firms specialising in electrical and maintenance services. With a gross contract value of £64.8 million, companies have the potential to secure a stable revenue stream over several years. The procurement process favours small and medium enterprises (SMEs), making it an attractive option for businesses aiming to expand within the utilities sector. Companies that can provide high-quality service and competitive pricing stand a strong chance of success due to the equally weighted award criteria focusing on quality and price. By engaging in this tender, businesses can enhance their market presence in Northern Ireland and establish long-term relationships with a prominent government buyer.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

T141 - Electrical, Instrumentation, Control and Automation, Installation, Repair and Maintenance

Notice Description

NI Water wishes to appoint a contractor to provide M and E Services with Electrical and ICA, Installation, Repair and Maintenance services for the full range of manufacturer's equipment currently within NI Water's asset base. The contractor will be responsible for providing the necessary skilled and unskilled labour together with the materials to carry out the work in accordance with the Specification, statutory regulations and to the satisfaction of NI Water.

Lot Information

EICA Services - North West

EICA Installation, Repair and Maintenance Service for the North West area of Northern Ireland

Renewal: 4 x up to 12 months optional extension periods at Client's absolute discretion, subject to agreement.

EICA Services - South East

EICA Installation, Repair and Maintenance Service for the South East area of Northern Ireland

Renewal: 4 x up to 12 months optional extension periods at Client's absolute discretion, subject to agreement.

Planning Information

NI Water plans to hold a Supplier Presentation Session in October 2025 (date and time TBC). Suppliers can register their interest in attending this Session and confirm two (2) attendees by submitting an email to sourcing@niwater.com FAO Keith Watson and Dean Campbell with contact names, company position and accompanying email address.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05955c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053562-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

45310000 - Electrical installation work

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

50532000 - Repair and maintenance services of electrical machinery, apparatus and associated equipment

50532100 - Repair and maintenance services of electric motors

50532400 - Repair and maintenance services of electrical distribution equipment

71314100 - Electrical services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£54,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£54,000,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
3 Jul 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
30 Mar 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
10 Apr 2027 - 10 Apr 2030 3-4 years
Recurrence
2033-01-03

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTHERN IRELAND WATER LIMITED
Additional Buyers

NORTHERN IRELAND WATER

Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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
TLN Northern Ireland

Local Authority
Belfast
Electoral Ward
Chichester Park
Westminster Constituency
Belfast North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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