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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Communities, in collaboration with the CPD - Construction Division, is seeking an Environmental Engineering Consultant for the Lagan Impoundment Environmental Consultancy Services 2026. This procurement process is in the tender stage and focuses on providing specialist technical expertise in environmental issues, particularly concerning water quality assessment in designated areas. The contract falls under the services category with an open procurement method, and the total estimated contract value amounts to GBP 408,000. The consultancy services are targeted towards improving environmental impact and geotechnical engineering, with submission and enquiry deadlines extended to 26th August 2026 at 15:00 GMT, while the award period is expected to end on 31st August 2026.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses specialising in environmental consultancy and water management services. Companies with expertise in consultancy services for water-supply, wastewater, and environmental impact assessments will be well-suited to compete. The open procedure allows a broad range of suppliers to participate, fostering competitive pricing and innovation. Businesses looking to enhance their portfolio in the public sector and demonstrate their capabilities in delivering high-quality environmental solutions may find this tender particularly rewarding.

How relevant is this notice?

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/074106-2026
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
5 Aug 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
26 Aug 20262 weeks 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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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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