This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

15 Jul 2026 at 09:48

Planning

25 Feb 2026 at 15:26

Summary of the contracting process

Choice Housing Ireland Limited, a public undertaking located in Belfast, is actively involved in the tendering process for a new contract titled "PRN26100 Landlord Electricity Supply". This process falls under the services category, specifically within the electricity supply and distribution industry. The procurement is conducted via an open procedure, with noteworthy deadlines including the enquiry period closing on 3rd August 2026, and the tender period ending on 10th August 2026. The procurement stage is currently active, with the award anticipated by 18th August 2026. The contract, valued at £3,000,000, will commence on 1st September 2026 and extend for 24 months.

This tender presents a substantial business opportunity, particularly for electricity suppliers capable of meeting high demand under Northern Irish devolved regulations. It is ideally suited for firms with a robust supply chain and competitive pricing capabilities, as price holds 100% weight in the award criteria. Engaging in this tender could significantly enhance business growth, providing a stable and sizable revenue stream due to the contract's 24-month duration. For businesses looking to expand their footprint in the public utilities sector within the UK, this procurement process by Choice Housing Ireland Limited offers a prime opportunity.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

PRN26100 Landlord Electricity Supply

Notice Description

Choice are preparing to engage with an Electricity Supplier for the new Landlord Electricity contract. The current agreement will expire as of 31st August 2026. The new contract will be for 24 months with the successful provider.

Planning Information

Please complete the Pre-Market Engagement document which is available on eTendersNI by 12 noon on 12th March 2026. If you are not already setup on eTendersNI, please register your organisation on the portal. We will not be able to facilitate any communications outside of this portal.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065c54
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066625-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy

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

65 - Public utilities


CPV Codes

09310000 - Electricity

31682000 - Electricity supplies

65300000 - Electricity distribution and related services

65310000 - Electricity distribution

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£3,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
10 Aug 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
12 Mar 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CHOICE HOUSING IRELAND LIMITED
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
BT1 4DN
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
Central
Westminster Constituency
Belfast South and Mid Down

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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