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03 Dec 2025 at 09:46

Summary of the contracting process

Belfast Harbour is seeking expressions of interest for the construction of a new warehouse at Irwin Way, Belfast. This involves a piled steel portal framed clad warehouse, car and lorry parking facilities, and refurbishment zones for gas cylinders. The project requires achieving a BREEAM Excellent standard and includes various site works such as roof-mounted photovoltaic systems, electric vehicle charging stations, and external storage areas. Interested contractors must adhere to the Northern Irish devolved regulations and submit pre-qualification documents by 12th January 2026. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, employing a selective competitive flexible procedure, with an anticipated contract award by 1st May 2026.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses involved in construction, engineering, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical installations, as well as those specialising in green building initiatives. With a forecasted value of between £5-6 million, organisations with a robust track record in delivering large-scale infrastructures can bid for this project. Small and medium enterprises ready to provide innovative solutions, especially those specialising in sustainable construction practices, will find this tender particularly appealing. The competitive flexible procedure ensures comprehensive evaluation of the submissions, offering a stage for companies to leverage their expertise and market positioning for growth.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Irwin Way Warehouse

Notice Description

BHC is seeking expressions of interest from contractors who are interested in tendering for the construction of a piled steel portal framed clad warehouse and associated car parking, lorry parking etc. at Irwin Way, Belfast. The warehouse will be up to 11m high to eaves and approximately 31,000 sqft in building footprint area, inclusive of approximately 5,000 sqft of office/welfare space. The warehouse facility will be for the refurbishment and processing of gas cylinders (to include degassing zone, shot blasting area, powder coating and pressure testing zones & external secure storage area). There will be roof mounted PV, all associated site works including car parking, EV charging stations, refuse store, external tanks and substation. The facility will be required to achieve a BREEAM Excellent standard. Further information regarding this opportunity is available within the pre-qualification documents available at the weblink provided in this notice.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ed96
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/079181-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
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


CPV Codes

45110000 - Building demolition and wrecking work and earthmoving work

45210000 - Building construction work

45220000 - Engineering works and construction works

45261000 - Erection and related works of roof frames and coverings

45262000 - Special trade construction works other than roof works

45310000 - Electrical installation work

45330000 - Plumbing and sanitary works

45340000 - Fencing, railing and safety equipment installation work

45350000 - Mechanical installations

45430000 - Floor and wall covering work

45440000 - Painting and glazing work

45500000 - Hire of construction and civil engineering machinery and equipment with operator

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£6,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£6,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Dec 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
22 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jun 2026 - 1 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Belfast Harbour
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BELFAST
Postcode
BT1 3AL
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
TLN06 Belfast

Local Authority
Belfast
Electoral Ward
Duncairn
Westminster Constituency
Belfast North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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