Planning

F006 Framework for the Supply, Commissioning, Maintenance and Repair of Sludge Management Equipment

NORTHERN IRELAND WATER LIMITED

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Planning

20 Jan 2026 at 09:24

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Northern Ireland Water Limited is initiating a tender process for a framework contract titled "F006 Framework for the Supply, Commissioning, Maintenance and Repair of Sludge Management Equipment." This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically targeting the sewage services industry in the region of Belfast, Northern Ireland. The procurement stage is currently in planning, with a preliminary market engagement notice published on 20th January 2026. NI Water is organising supplier engagement meetings throughout February 2026, providing an opportunity for interested parties to gain insights into the tender process before its finalisation. The meetings aim to refine tender requirements with valuable market input and are scheduled to be completed by 27th February 2026.

This tender presents lucrative opportunities for businesses within the sludge management and sewage services sectors, including those specialising in sludge-handling and treatment equipment. Companies with strengths in the commissioning, maintenance, and repair of sewage-related infrastructures may find this contract particularly appealing. Engaging early with NI Water through the planned meetings can provide businesses with strategic insights and a potential competitive edge. This framework, with a contract period beginning in November 2026, also includes options for renewal, suggesting long-term business growth opportunities beyond the initial term.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

F006 Framework for the Supply, Commissioning, Maintenance and Repair of Sludge Management Equipment

Notice Description

Framework for the supply, commissioning, maintenance, and repair of sludge management equipment on NI Water sites

Planning Information

NI Water is preparing to out to market in 2026 to appoint suppliers for the Supply, Commissioning, Maintenance and Repair of Sludge Management Equipment. Prior to publishing the tender, we would like to invite suppliers to meet with us in February 2026. The purpose of these meetings is to outline the upcoming tender process and gather valuable market insights that may help shape the final requirements. If you are interested in meeting with NI Water, please contact us via the following email address: sourcing@niwater.com - FAO Ian Carson

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060971
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004607-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

45 - Construction work

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

34951200 - Sludge-handling equipment

34951300 - Sludge-drier installation

45232422 - Sludge-treatment works

90400000 - Sewage services

90420000 - Sewage treatment services

90430000 - Sewage disposal services

90480000 - Sewerage management services

90513000 - Non-hazardous refuse and waste treatment and disposal services

90513800 - Sludge treatment services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
27 Feb 20264 days to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2026 - 31 Oct 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTHERN IRELAND WATER LIMITED
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
sourcing@niwater.com
Contact Phone
Not specified

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
Not specified
Local Authority
Belfast
Electoral Ward
Chichester Park
Westminster Constituency
Belfast North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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