Tender

Shannon Erne Service Block Refurbishment - Aghalane

WATERWAYS IRELAND

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Tender

30 Jan 2026 at 10:17

Summary of the contracting process

The current tender process, initiated by Waterways Ireland, focuses on the "Shannon Erne Service Block Refurbishment - Aghalane" project, which involves upgrading facilities on the Shannon-Erne Waterway in Co. Fermanagh. This procurement, identified by the Open Contracting ID “ocds-h6vhtk-0612a8,” is categorised under the construction industry, specifically targeting refurbishment and marine construction works. The procurement is at the tender stage, and Waterways Ireland, a sub-central government public authority based in Enniskillen, is overseeing the process. The procurement method is an open competition below the threshold, with key dates including the enquiry period ending on 12th February 2026 and the tender period closing on 27th February 2026.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in construction, engineering works, and refurbishment, particularly those specialising in modernising infrastructure. Companies with expertise in reinforced concrete work, masonry, and the installation of sanitation solutions would be well-suited to compete. The project not only demands technical proficiency but also compliance with Northern Irish devolved regulations, positioning it as an appealing prospect for enterprises looking to expand their portfolio within public sector works. The contract value is £200,000, providing ample room for growth and visibility in public sector contracting. Interested parties are invited to submit their tenders electronically through the eTendersNI portal by the specified deadlines.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Shannon Erne Service Block Refurbishment - Aghalane

Notice Description

The service block is on the Shannon-Erne Waterway. It comprises two toilets, two showers, an elsan room (for disposal of sewage waste), a laundry room and a service room. The service blocks are over 25 years old and because of changes in legislation and standards over these years are now outdated. The refurbished service blocks need to provide access for all and need to include modern design features that provide for more efficient maintenance and cleaning. The current facilities are to be upgraded to reflect the changing needs of the customer base. At Aghalane, Co. Fermanagh.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0612a8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008332-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

24 - Chemical products

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

24955000 - Chemical toilets

45000000 - Construction work

45110000 - Building demolition and wrecking work and earthmoving work

45220000 - Engineering works and construction works

45244000 - Marine construction works

45262310 - Reinforced-concrete work

45262500 - Masonry and bricklaying work

45262690 - Refurbishment of run-down buildings

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jan 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
27 Feb 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WATERWAYS IRELAND
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@waterwaysireland.org
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
ENNISKILLEN
Postcode
BT74 7JY
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)
TLN0G Fermanagh and Omagh
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Fermanagh and Omagh
Electoral Ward
Rossorry
Westminster Constituency
Fermanagh and South Tyrone

Further Information

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