This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

07 Jul 2026 at 11:24

Planning

04 Jun 2026 at 11:06

Summary of the contracting process

The Education Authority has initiated a selective tender process titled "Appointment of Integrated Consultants Team for St Joseph’s College, Enniskillen." This project involves developing accommodation, including a two-floor extension and external works. It falls under the category of architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services, located in Belfast, United Kingdom. Currently in the tender stage, the procurement process includes key deadlines, with the expression of interest ending on 13 August 2026, while the enquiry period concludes on 6 August 2026. The project value is estimated at £222,740.82, and it employs a competitive flexible procedure in compliance with Northern Irish devolved regulations and UK central government standards.

This tender opportunity can fuel growth for businesses specialising in architectural design, structural engineering, and construction project management. Ideal candidates include SMEs with experience in providing comprehensive consultancy services across all RIBA Stages 2-7. By participating, businesses can boost their portfolios with high-profile projects and secure long-term contracts, as the project is scheduled to run from 31 December 2026 to 1 January 2030. The weighted evaluation criteria of quality, price, and social value offer an excellent platform for innovative firms to differentiate themselves and expand their influence within the public sector.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Appointment of Integrated Consultants Team for St Joseph's College, Enniskillen

Notice Description

The St Joseph's College, Enniskillen project will consist of the provision of Special and other Accommodation. Including a two-floor extension with external works and retaining wall. In accordance with DE handbooks and all relevant statutory Regulations. The successfully appointed Integrated Consultants Team ICT shall provide the professional services applicable to all RIBA Stages 2-7.

Planning Information

The Education Authority Northern Ireland (EANI), in preparation for the procurement process for the provision of an Integrated Consultant Team (ICT) to develop the Employer’s Brief in relation to the design and delivery of the Provision of Special and Other Accommodation including a 2 Floor Extension with External Works at St Joseph's College, Enniskillen, have prepared a Pre-Market Engagement Briefing Document (including drawing attachments) 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-5317- Resource-6563953 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 3pm on Wednesday 17 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-06ad50
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063605-2026
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
£222,740 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£222,740 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jul 20264 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
6 Aug 2026Today
Future Notice Date
17 Jun 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Dec 2026 - 1 Jan 2030 3-4 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
Additional Buyers

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
Not specified

Local Authority
Belfast
Electoral Ward
Duncairn
Westminster Constituency
Belfast North

Further Information

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