This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

29 Apr 2026 at 14:26

Tender

16 Dec 2025 at 10:29

Summary of the contracting process

Phoenix Energy Group Ltd, a prominent utility service provider based in Belfast, is overseeing a procurement process for various gas appliance maintenance services. The contract, classified under the CPV code 50531200, encompasses downstream maintenance activities for a gas distribution network, providing opportunities for businesses involved in both planned maintenance and emergency response support. This tender process is currently in the award stage as of April 2026, following an open procurement method. The active awards signify existing engagements with sub-contractors for both domestic and industrial service requirements. The procurement details indicate a buyer-centric focus aiming to enhance service delivery across the UK, with contracts having been signed on 24th April 2026.

This tender serves as a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in gas maintenance services to grow their operations by aligning with Phoenix Energy Services Ltd. Companies that possess technical expertise in gas engineering and have capabilities for scaling service provision during peak demands are well-suited for participation. Smaller enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, with potential contracts extending over multiple years based on performance. The procurement process involves selective competitive flexible procedures, calling for a robust demonstration of qualifications through pre-qualification that closes on 8th January 2026. Such engagement will not only bolster business profile and market presence but also facilitate long-term strategic partnerships in the utility sector.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

www.phoenixenergyni.com

Notice Description

The services required involve various aspects of maintenance and emergency response support, by way of sub-contract(s), to Phoenix Energy Services Ltd, in relation to downstream maintenance activity associated with a gas distribution network.

Lot Information

Category A - Domestic and Industrial/ Commecial (with Emergency Response Option).

Services in connection with domestic and industrial/ commercial installations - with optional Emergency Response.

Renewal: Individual sub-contracts may be concluded after the initial 2 year term or may rollover at the discretion of Phoenix Energy Services, on an annual basis, by way of an extension, should the workload be available and the performance of the appointed sub-contractor proven for consideration to carry out such additional services.

Category B - Domestic.

Services in connection with domestic installations.

Renewal: Individual sub-contracts may be concluded after the initial 2 year term or may rollover at the discretion of Phoenix Energy Services, on an annual basis, by way of an extension, should the workload be available and the performance of the appointed sub-contractor proven for consideration to carry out such additional services.

Lot LOT 2

The services required involve various aspects of maintenance and emergency response support, by way of sub contractors to Phoenix Energy Services Ltd.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f65b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039320-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50531200 - Gas appliance maintenance services

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
29 Apr 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
2 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Apr 20262 months ago
Contract Period
14 Apr 2026 - 14 Apr 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Active, Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
PHOENIX ENERGY GROUP LTD
Additional Buyers

PHOENIX ENERGY SERVICES LTD

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
BT3 9ED
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
Sydenham
Westminster Constituency
Belfast East

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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