Award

Supply of 12kV Expulsion Type Fuse Switch Disconnectors

NORTHERN IRELAND ELECTRICITY NETWORKS LIMITED

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

19 Jan 2026 at 10:53

Award

18 Dec 2025 at 16:03

Summary of the contracting process

The Northern Ireland Electricity Networks Limited (NIE Networks), based in Belfast, is currently in the award stage of their procurement process concerning the "Supply of 12kV Expulsion Type Fuse Switch Disconnectors". This procurement, executed via a direct award method, seeks to maintain existing operations by re-engaging the incumbent supplier under contract C214 established in 2021. The procurement falls under the industry category of goods for utilities and involves a substantial financial undertaking with an anticipated value of up to £1.97 million. Commencing on the 19th of January 2026, with key dates indicating the contract period starting from 2nd February 2026 and concluding on 1st February 2028, the location tied to this contract is primarily within the United Kingdom as per UK and Northern Irish devolved regulations.

This procurement presents notable business growth opportunities, particularly for large companies like ABB Limited, who have been active as the supplier. Companies proficient in providing electrical utilities equipment, specifically those capable of handling the technical requirements associated with fuse switch disconnectors, will find this tender advantageous. The strategic use of a direct award for sourcing from an existing supplier implies a preference for continuity and technical compatibility, favouring businesses with established relationships and proven track records in delivering complex utility solutions. Furthermore, the commencement of a renewal procurement process in 2026 provides further upcoming opportunities in this sector.

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Notice Title

Supply of 12kV Expulsion Type Fuse Switch Disconnectors

Notice Description

In order to maintain existing operations in respect of the Supply of 12kV Expulsion Type Fuse Switch Disconnectors, a direct award is required to source these items from the incumbent supplier of existing contract C214 (2021). The value of this direct award is anticipated to be up to PS1.97 million. NIE Networks intends to conduct a renewal Procurement process commencing 2026 for award in late 2027.

Procurement Information

In order to maintain existing operations in respect of the Supply of 12kV Expulsion Type Fuse Switch Disconnectors, a direct award is required to source these items from the incumbent supplier of existing contract C214 (2021). The value of this direct award is anticipated to be up to PS1.97 million. NIE Networks intends to conduct a renewal Procurement process commencing 2026 for award in late 2027.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f994
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004240-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting


CPV Codes

31211300 - Fuses

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,970,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
2 Feb 2026 - 1 Feb 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTHERN IRELAND ELECTRICITY NETWORKS LIMITED
Contact Name
Jolene Hagen
Contact Email
jolene.hagen@nienetworks.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BELFAST
Postcode
BT9 5HT
Post Town
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland

Major Region (ITL 1)
Not specified
Basic Region (ITL 2)
Not specified
Small Region (ITL 3)
Not specified
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Electoral Ward
Westminster Constituency

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ABB

Further Information

Notice Documents

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