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title: "DoF 4957638 Pan Government Framework For Ground Investigation Works 2023 (Revised)"
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# DoF 4957638 Pan Government Framework For Ground Investigation Works 2023 (Revised)

Buyer: DEPARTMENT OF INANCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0389cb

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## Summary

The Department of Finance, Northern Ireland, through its Construction and Procurement Delivery (CPD), is overseeing the Pan Government Framework for Ground Investigation Works 2023. This procurement initiative is intended to establish a framework agreement that facilitates ground investigation works for public sector bodies in Northern Ireland. The primary industry category is 'works,' particularly focusing on ground investigation work (CPV 45111250), covering multiple regions, including Northern, Eastern, Western, and Southern Areas of Northern Ireland. The procurement process is currently in the 'Award' stage, with four lots awarded, marking the completion phase. The contracting process involves an open procedure, and contracts have been signed as of 15th December 2023. The framework’s value is anticipated to reach up to £8,000,000, demonstrating a significant opportunity for businesses in this field.

This procurement presents valuable opportunities for businesses involved in construction, particularly those specialising in geotechnical investigation services. Companies that provide expertise in boreholes, drillholes, and environmental testing can greatly benefit from this framework. Given the structure of the Lots, participation is limited to two Lots per business, thus promoting competition and allowing diverse businesses to take part. The procurement’s geographic coverage offers ample scope for local businesses to engage with public sector projects across Northern Ireland. Businesses registered with Constructionline, possessing a minimum category value of £175,000, are particularly well-suited to compete in this tender, potentially fostering business growth via sustained public sector contracts. Additionally, the framework agreement underscores the importance of quality and price in the award criteria, providing an avenue for competitive tendering.

## Notice

Construction and Procurement Delivery acting as the Contracting Authority, wishes to appoint Contractors to enter into a Framework Agreement for the provision of ground investigation works for Public Sector Bodies in Northern Ireland.

### Lot Information

Lot 1: Northern Area - Causeway Coast and Glens; Mid and East Antrim; Antrim and Newtownabbey

Construction and Procurement Delivery acting as the Contracting Authority, wishes to appoint Contractors to enter into a Framework Agreement for the provision of ground investigation works for Public Sector Bodies in Northern Ireland.

Renewal: The Framework Agreement is expected to become operational in 2023 and expire in 2027. The Agreement may be terminated in relation to any one or more Contractors before the Expiry Date by written notice in accordance with the Framework Agreement conditions. Should the Framework Agreement operate for its entire 4 year duration, then it is likely that it will require renewal in 2027

Lot 2: Eastern Area - Belfast; Lisburn and Castlereagh

Construction and Procurement Delivery acting as the Contracting Authority, wishes to appoint Contractors to enter into a Framework Agreement for the provision of ground investigation works for Public Sector Bodies in Northern Ireland.

Renewal: The Framework Agreement is expected to become operational in 2023 and expire in 2027. The Agreement may be terminated in relation to any one or more Contractors before the Expiry Date by written notice in accordance with the Framework Agreement conditions. Should the Framework Agreement operate for its entire 4 year duration, then it is likely that it will require renewal in 2027

Lot 3: Western Area - Mid Ulster; Derry and Strabane; Fermanagh and Omagh

Construction and Procurement Delivery acting as the Contracting Authority, wishes to appoint Contractors to enter into a Framework Agreement for the provision of ground investigation works for Public Sector Bodies in Northern Ireland.

Renewal: The Framework Agreement is expected to become operational in 2023 and expire in 2027. The Agreement may be terminated in relation to any one or more Contractors before the Expiry Date by written notice in accordance with the Framework Agreement conditions. Should the Framework Agreement operate for its entire 4 year duration, then it is likely that it will require renewal in 2027.

Lot 4: Southern Area - Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon; Newry, Mourne and Down; North Down and Ards

Construction and Procurement Delivery acting as the Contracting Authority, wishes to appoint Contractors to enter into a Framework Agreement for the provision of ground investigation works for Public Sector Bodies in Northern Ireland.

Renewal: The Framework Agreement is expected to become operational in 2023 and expire in 2027. The Agreement may be terminated in relation to any one or more Contractors before the Expiry Date by written notice in accordance with the Framework Agreement conditions. Should the Framework Agreement operate for its entire 4 year duration, then it is likely that it will require renewal in 2027

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057899-2026 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Oct 2023 |
| Future notice date | 9 Jan 2023 |
| Award date | 15 Dec 2023 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Framework to be renewed in Summer of 2027 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £8,000,000 |
| Lots value | £8,000,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £2,393,106 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEPARTMENT OF INANCE |
| Additional buyers | CONSTRUCTION AND PROCUREMENT DELIVERY, DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE, NORTHERN IRELAND; CPD - CONSTRUCTION DIVISION; DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE |
| Locality | BELFAST |
| Post town | Northern Ireland |
| Postcode | BT3 9ED |
| Country | Northern Ireland |
| ITL 1 | TLN Northern Ireland |
| ITL 2 | TLN0 Northern Ireland |
| ITL 3 | TLN06 Belfast |
| Local authority | Belfast |
| Electoral ward | Sydenham |
| Westminster constituency | Belfast East |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland, TLN Northern Ireland, TLN0 Northern Ireland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | CAUSEWAY GEOTECH; TETRA TECH CONSULTING NI |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 45111250 - Ground investigation work
- 71510000 - Site-investigation services

## Release History

- 19 Jun 2026 at 09:24 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057899-2026
- 18 Aug 2023 at 15:13 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024408-2023
- 19 May 2023 at 09:30 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014293-2023
- 1 Dec 2022 at 11:14 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034040-2022

## Notice URLs

- https://etendersni.gov.uk/
- https://etendersni.gov.uk/epps
- https://etendersni.gov.uk/epps/cft/prepareViewCfTWS.do?resourceId=4836610
- https://www.finance-ni.gov.uk/articles/
- https://www.finance-ni.gov.uk/contact
- https://www.finance-ni.gov.uk/sites/default/files/

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