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title: "INS301-01 Evaluation of the Northern Ireland Wastewater System"
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# INS301-01 Evaluation of the Northern Ireland Wastewater System

Buyer: OFFICE FOR ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4733ab56-d46a-452b-b8f9-6557d24b487a

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## Summary

The Office for Environmental Protection has concluded the tender process for the evaluation of the Northern Ireland wastewater system. This procurement, coded INS301-01-16, falls under the "Risk or hazard assessment other than for construction" industry category with additional classifications in environmental standards, indicators, and impact assessments. The procurement was conducted via a call-off from the CCS framework RM6187 Lot 9 and completed with the award to WSP UK Ltd. Key dates include the tender period ending on 31st July 2024 and the contract period running from 2nd September 2024 to 31st March 2025. The project covers the evaluation of various wastewater systems across Northern Ireland, including coastal regions, and aims to identify the components posing the greatest threat to aquatic ecosystems.

This tender creates significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for environmental consultancy firms, wastewater management businesses, and companies specialising in aquatic ecological assessments. SMEs are encouraged to participate as the procurement process is suitable for them. The awarded contract, valued at £134,224 GBP, focuses on critical appraisal, risk assessment, and compliance with environmental regulations, providing ample scope for businesses with expertise in environmental consultancy and wastewater management to contribute to the improvement of Northern Ireland's water quality. The project’s wide geographical scope and comprehensive evaluation requirements make it an excellent opportunity for firms to demonstrate their capabilities and expand their portfolios in environmental impact services. The Office for Environmental Protection, headquartered in Worcester, England, oversees this project and can be contacted via procurement@theoep.org.uk for further information.

## Notice

To carry out an assessment of the discharges from sewage and industrial Waste Water Systems in Northern Ireland in order to identify which component of the system posed the biggest threat to aquatic ecosystems This objective will be achieved through review and critical appraisal of the following areas, as described further in the Invitation to Tender: - To map out the wastewater systems in Northern Ireland to inform the identification of relevant data and information needed to deliver this project. - To develop a risk assessment method to identify which component of the wastewater system pose the biggest risk to aquatic ecosystems. - To evaluate impacts on different waterbody types (e.g protected sites, sensitive areas) and conditions (e.g. low flow vs. high flow conditions). - To provide an assessment of whether specific elements of the relevant regulations are being implemented fully and correctly, and/or whether they are fit-for-purpose. The scope of this project includes all of Northern Ireland, including coastal areas, including those discharges in the Republic of Ireland that contribute to the nutrient loading on shared waters. For this project, wastewater is defined as any water used by arising from households, businesses, and industry that enters waterbodies, whether treated or untreated. The wastewater system will encompass all wastewater treatment works (, both private and public), septic tanks, and any domestic, business, or industrial operations under a discharge consent. THIS PROCUREMENT HAS CONCLUDED AND THE CONTRACT AWARDED Additional information: This contract was procurement through CCS framework RM6187 Lot 9

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e72e9c3c-7f87-4737-9e9f-6fe55ee42f67 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Jul 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Aug 2024 |
| Contract period | 1 Sep 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £134,224 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | OFFICE FOR ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION |
| Locality | WORCESTER |
| Post town | Worcester |
| Postcode | WR5 2QT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG12 Worcestershire CC |
| Local authority | Worcester |
| Electoral ward | Nunnery |
| Westminster constituency | Worcester |
| Delivery location | TLN Northern Ireland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WSP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 90711100 - Risk or hazard assessment other than for construction
- 90711200 - Environmental standards other than for construction
- 90711300 - Environmental indicators analysis other than for construction
- 90711400 - Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) services other than for construction
- 90713000 - Environmental issues consultancy services
- 90713100 - Consulting services for water-supply and waste-water other than for construction

## Release History

- 21 Oct 2024 at 12:31 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e72e9c3c-7f87-4737-9e9f-6fe55ee42f67
- 21 Oct 2024 at 12:30 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f9a4fd0e-6493-4b30-9041-b27dae59dd89

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e72e9c3c-7f87-4737-9e9f-6fe55ee42f67
  21st October 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f9a4fd0e-6493-4b30-9041-b27dae59dd89
  21st October 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://app.panacea-software.com/oep/
  Click above to Apply (link to e-procurement portal)

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