DFC 6573241 Lagan Impoundment Enviormental Consultancy Services 2026

DEPARTMENT FOR COMMUNITIES

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Tender

24 Jun 2026 at 11:45

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Communities in Belfast is currently engaging in a procurement process titled "DFC 6573241 Lagan Impoundment Environmental Consultancy Services 2026". This tender falls under the services category, particularly focusing on environmental consultancy, with specific attention to water quality assessment. The procurement is handled through an open procedure, managed by CPD - Construction Division, ensuring adherence to Northern Irish devolved regulations. Key dates include a submission deadline on 5 August 2026, with an award period concluding on 31 August 2026. The tender is valued at £408,000 gross and invites electronic submissions in English.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in environmental engineering, particularly in the provision of technical expertise in water and environmental impact assessments. Companies with capability in geotechnical engineering services and consultancy services related to water supply and wastewater, exclusive of construction, will find this project aligns well with their skill sets. The emphasis on quality, social value, and price within the award criteria suggests that firms with a balanced approach to these aspects are well-positioned to succeed, fostering potential long-term growth and elevated sector expertise through involvement in this significant government project.

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Notice Title

DFC 6573241 Lagan Impoundment Enviormental Consultancy Services 2026

Notice Description

The Department for Communities (DfC) wishes to appoint an Environmental Engineering Consultant to provide Specialist Technical Expertise and Advisory Services and Analysis over a wide range of Environmental Issues With particular emphasis on Water Quality Assessment to the DFC Designated Area.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06bc17
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059389-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

71313440 - Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) services for construction

71332000 - Geotechnical engineering services

90713000 - Environmental issues consultancy services

90713100 - Consulting services for water-supply and waste-water other than for construction

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£340,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£340,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jun 2026Today
Submission Deadline
5 Aug 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2030 4-5 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
DEPARTMENT FOR COMMUNITIES
Additional Buyers

CPD - CONSTRUCTION DIVISION

Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BELFAST
Postcode
BT3 9ED
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
Central
Westminster Constituency
Belfast South and Mid Down

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