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02 Jul 2026 at 17:12

Summary of the contracting process

The Education Authority NI has announced a tender for the appointment of an Integrated Supply Team for the construction project at Ballyclare Primary School, located in the region of UKN0D, United Kingdom. This project involves demolishing existing school buildings and constructing a new 9-classroom extension with related site works. The procurement process is in the tender stage, using a selective procurement method described as a 'Competitive flexible procedure'. The total estimated value is £4,950,000 to £5,940,000 (GBP). Key dates include the deadline for expressions of interest on 21 August 2026 and the planned award period concluding on 12 February 2027. The procurement is aligned with Northern Irish devolved regulations and targets the building construction industry, particularly focusing on educational facilities.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the construction sector, particularly those experienced in educational infrastructure projects. The process will follow a two-stage procedure assessing the Conditions of Participation and Award Criteria focused on Quality, Social Value, and Price, offering a chance for companies to demonstrate their competitive edge. Companies that can deliver high-quality design and construction work, offer social value, and provide competitive pricing will find this tender particularly suitable. The procurement includes the use of electronic submissions and an electronic auction, inviting innovative and value-driven proposals to the table. This offers growth potential for businesses looking to expand their portfolio within public sector construction projects, especially those with expertise in educational building projects.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Appointment of Integrated Supply Team for Ballyclare Primary School SEP

Notice Description

The project includes the demolition of existing school buildings and the construction of a new 9 classroom extension with all associated site works

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c2d6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062492-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45210000 - Building construction work

45214000 - Construction work for buildings relating to education and research

45214200 - Construction work for school buildings

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,950,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£4,950,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jul 2026Today
Submission Deadline
14 Aug 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
26 Mar 2027 - 26 Sep 2028 1-2 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
EDUCATION AUTHORITY NI
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
TLN0D Antrim and Newtownabbey

Local Authority
Belfast
Electoral Ward
Duncairn
Westminster Constituency
Belfast North

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