---
title: "S1196 (2022) Sale of Scrap Metal"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02e141"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "NORTHERN IRELAND ELECTRICITY NETWORKS"
published: "2021-09-15"
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# S1196 (2022) Sale of Scrap Metal

Buyer: NORTHERN IRELAND ELECTRICITY NETWORKS  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02e141

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## Summary

The Northern Ireland Electricity Networks is currently conducting a tender for the sale of scrap metal titled "S1196 (2022)", classified under the refuse and waste-related services sector. This procurement process is active and comprises four distinct lots, including equipment scrap from distribution substations and various types of transformers. The contract has a duration of three years, with an option to extend for up to an additional two years. Interested suppliers should note that the submission deadline is set for 18 October 2021, and electronic submissions are accepted via the specified e-sourcing platform.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in waste management, recycling, and related services. Companies that hold necessary certifications such as a Waste Carriers Licence and a Waste Management Licence will be particularly well-suited to compete. The scope of this procurement allows firms to bid on multiple lots, potentially enabling them to secure contracts for diverse scrap materials. This engagement not only promises revenue generation but also demonstrates a commitment to sustainable practices in waste disposal and recycling within the utilities sector across Northern Ireland.

## Notice

NIE Networks are invited tender submissions across for sale of scrap metal across 4 lots: * Lot 1 - Sale of Scrap from Distribution Substations * Lot 2 - Sale of Scrap High Voltage Switchgear and Power Transformers (throughout Northern Ireland) * Lot 3 - Sale of Scrap Distribution Transformers and Miscellaneous Plant Workshop Silverwood * Lot 4 - Sale of Scrap Cables & Steelwork from NIE Networks Store Locations The contract duration shall be for 3 years with the option to extend for up to a further 2 years.

### Lot Information

Lot 1 - Sale of Scrap from Distribution Substations

This will include Switchgear which will be required to be recovered from the following types of location: o 11kV brick built substations - Mainly in greater Belfast o 11kV Metal clad Maxi and Mini kiosks - Mainly in greater Belfast o 11kV Loughrin Fence Substations o 33/11/6.6kV Loughrin Fence ground mounted open bushing Substations o 33/11/6.6kV equipment recovered from the system at Primary open terminal substations operating up to 110kV o 33/11/6.6kV Switchboards

Lot 2 - Sale of Scrap High Voltage Switchgear and Power Transformers (throughout Northern Ireland)

This will include Tranmission/Primary Transformers, switchboards, circuit breakers up to 110kV and 275kV to include: o 2MVA Transformer o 3MVA Transformer o 5MVA Transformer o 12/24MVA Transformer o 45MVA Transformer

Lot 3 - Sale of Scrap Distribution Transformers and Miscellaneous Plant Workshop Silverwood

This will include disposal of various redundant plant, from pole mounted transformers, ground mounted transformers, RMU, circuit breakers, cabinets, package substations, oil drums and miscellaneous scrap metal from NIE Networks Plant Workshop (PWS) based in Silverwood. (Location address: Unit 2B Silverwood Business Park, Eastway, Lurgan, BT66 6LN)

Lot 4 - Sale of Scrap Cables & Steelwork from NIE Networks Store Locations

Lot 4 will include: o Cable skips from NIE Networks Ballymena Depot o Meters collected from NIE Networks Ballymena Depot o Batteries collected from various NIE Networks Depots o Skips left at NIE Networks store locations for collection of steelwork and conductor o Skips left at work sites for collection of steelwork and/or cables as required throughout Northern Ireland o Lockable skips left at NIE Networks contractor locations for cable collections The types of material to be uplifted shall include underground cables, overhead conductors, and galvanised steelwork. All skips relating to copper and Contractor cable skips must be lockable.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022990-2021 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Sep 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Oct 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | This contract is for 3 years with the option to extend for up to a further 2 years. |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,100,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NORTHERN IRELAND ELECTRICITY NETWORKS |
| Locality | BELFAST, |
| Post town | Northern Ireland |
| Postcode | BT9 5HT |
| Country | Northern Ireland |
| ITL 1 | Not specified |
| ITL 2 | Not specified |
| ITL 3 | Not specified |
| Local authority | Not specified |
| Electoral ward | Not specified |
| Westminster constituency | Not specified |
| Delivery location | TLN Northern Ireland |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 14 - Mining, basic metals and related products
- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 14630000 - Slag, dross, ferrous waste and scrap
- 90500000 - Refuse and waste related services

## Release History

- 15 Sep 2021 at 21:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022990-2021

## Notice URLs

- http://www.nienetworks.co.uk
- https://e-sourcingni.bravosolution.co.uk

## Provenance

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