Appointment of Integrated Consultants Team for Gaelscoil Eadain Mhoir, Derry - Replacement Accommodation

THE EDUCATION AUTHORITY

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

02 Jul 2026 at 13:43

Planning

22 May 2026 at 22:59

Summary of the contracting process

The Education Authority is currently engaged in a procurement process titled "Appointment of Integrated Consultants Team for Gaelscoil Éadain Mhóir, Derry - Replacement Accommodation." This tender falls within the architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services industry and is located at Lecky Rd, Derry/Londonderry BT48 6NP, United Kingdom. The procurement process is at the tender stage, with significant dates including an expression of interest deadline on 11th August 2026, an enquiry period ending on 6th August 2026, and an award period concluding on 1st March 2027. This contract, with an estimated gross value of £840,000, follows a selective procurement method known as a competitive flexible procedure, which will be conducted in two stages, assessing criteria such as Quality, Social Value, and Price.

This procurement presents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in construction and engineering services, particularly those experienced in providing comprehensive professional services that meet RIBA Plan of Work 2013 Stages 0-7. Companies focusing on modern construction methods, structural engineering, architectural design, quantity surveying, and construction project management will find this tender especially relevant. The inclusion of a Modern Methods of Construction Specialist as a sub-consultant indicates a preference for innovative building processes. This contract not only provides a financial opportunity but also allows for significant business growth by associating with a large-scale government project, potentially enhancing the winning firm's credibility and expanding its portfolio.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Appointment of Integrated Consultants Team for Gaelscoil Eadain Mhoir, Derry - Replacement Accommodation

Notice Description

The appointment of an Integrated Consultants Team for the Major Capital works for the delivery of the replacement of Gaelscoil Eadain Mhoir Primary School and single Nursery Unit at Lecky Rd, Derry/Londonderry BT48 6NP. The Integrated Consultant Team will be required to provide full professional services for RIBA Plan of Work 2013 Stages 0-7 to include project management, provision of architectural, quantity surveying, structural, services engineering, civil and structural services for delivery of the proposed School project. Full Team required to include a Modern Methods of Construction Specialist sub consultant. The project will incorporate outdoor recreation provisions to meet all DE handbook requirements for a school of this size. Parking, transport requirements, delivery and maintenance will also form part of the overall scope.

Planning Information

The Education Authority Northern Ireland (EANI), in preparation for the procurement process for the Appointment of an Integrated Consultant Team for Gaelscoil Éadain Mhóir Primary School including a single Nursery Unit, have prepared a Pre-Market Engagement Briefing Document to provide suppliers with pre-tender information regarding the forthcoming project. This document may be downloaded from the CfT documents section of CfT CA Unique ID EANI-5293 via eTendersNI. Suppliers, as part of the Pre-Market Engagement process, also have the opportunity to submit queries regarding the project. This should be done via the messaging service in the above CfT on eTendersNI no later than 5pm on Friday 05th June 2026. A response to these queries shall be forwarded shortly after this date. Please note that participation or non-participation in this Pre-Market Engagement shall not prevent any supplier from participating in any potential procurement process. In addition, for the avoidance of doubt, this stage of the process is not part of a formal procurement process.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a25e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062336-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

71200000 - Architectural and related services

71220000 - Architectural design services

71312000 - Structural engineering consultancy services

71321000 - Engineering design services for mechanical and electrical installations for buildings

71324000 - Quantity surveying services

71541000 - Construction project management services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£700,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£700,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jul 2026Today
Submission Deadline
6 Aug 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
15 Jun 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2027 - 1 Apr 2035 Over 5 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
THE EDUCATION AUTHORITY
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 2NQ
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
TLN0A Derry City and Strabane

Local Authority
Belfast
Electoral Ward
Duncairn
Westminster Constituency
Belfast North

Further Information

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