--- title: "Cable Jointing Services, Replacement of Compound Filled Service Cut-outs and Loop Service Replacement" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-045441" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-045441" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-045441.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-045441.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "NORTHERN IRELAND ELECTRICITY NETWORKS LTD" published: "2025-06-06" --- # Cable Jointing Services, Replacement of Compound Filled Service Cut-outs and Loop Service Replacement Buyer: NORTHERN IRELAND ELECTRICITY NETWORKS LTD Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-045441 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-045441) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-045441.json) ## Summary The procurement process initiated by Northern Ireland Electricity Networks Ltd focuses on the award of a framework agreement titled "Cable Jointing Services, Replacement of Compound Filled Service Cut-outs and Loop Service Replacement." It falls under the industry category of installation services, excluding software, and is geographically located in Northern Ireland. This procurement has moved through to the award stage, with the most recent activities completed in June 2025. The process utilised a selective procurement method, specifically a negotiated procedure with prior call for competition, and involved three lots. Key elements such as delivery timelines and service provision were carefully structured within this framework, initially active for four years with potential extensions. This tender creates substantial opportunities for businesses in the electrical and construction industries, particularly those capable of providing comprehensive services in electric power line construction, mains connections, and related installation works. SMEs, like KJM Electrical Ltd and Whitemountain Quarries Ltd, which have been awarded contracts for specific lots, demonstrate that smaller scale enterprises can effectively compete in this space. Businesses with expertise in high voltage systems, infrastructure installation, and customer-focused service provision are particularly well-suited for such opportunities, benefiting from a structured framework agreement with possibilities for business growth over a multi-year period. ## Notice The S1133 (2024) contract will facilitate NIE Networks' internal work requirements associated with the provision of Cable Jointing Services, Replacement of Compound Filled Service Cut-outs and Loop Service Replacement. This contract comprised of 3 Lots. Potential suppliers had the opportunity to submit bids for each of the Lots. ### Lot Information Lot 1- Cable Jointing Services * Cable Jointing Services (33kV, 11kV, LV mains and LV service) associated with: a) Provision of New Customer Connections b) Fault and Emergency Response (including provision of resources on a standby rota) c) Asset Installation / Replacement / Upgrade Works * Installation of steel work and cleating for supporting cables * Working at Heights (involving competent utilisation of Mobile Elevated Working Platforms, scaffold/platforms and ladders) * Working in cable basements, cable culverts or other restricted work spaces * Recording of NIE Networks Asset Information Options: The purpose of this procurement exercise is to award Framework Agreements for a period of four (4) years, with the option, exercisable exclusively by NIE Networks, to extend the contract for up to 2 further 24 month periods (8 years in total). Renewal: The purpose of this procurement exercise is to award Framework Agreements for a period of four (4) years, with the option, exercisable exclusively by NIE Networks, to extend the contract for up to 2 further 24 month periods (8 years in total). Lot 2- Replacement of Compound Filled Service Cut-outs The Framework Agreement will comprise the following service areas:- * Turnkey approach to replacement of identified iron-clad and Bakelite compound filled service cut-outs * Liaise with NIE Networks Contract Manager to ascertain work locations * Manage all customer information in line with latest Data Protection Legislation * Customer management including agreeing work programme at each customer property * Job planning including creating a Field File detailing the agreed works to be carried out at each property for all complex changes * The materials used for the delivery of this contract shall be via free issue from NIE Networks' local store against allocated Internal Order No. (Only NIE Networks' approved materials can be used, in line with LV Jointing Manual). * Carry out all required civil work activities (if required) at each customer property * Refit meter, reterminate tails and if necessary replace meter tails * Carry out all excavation and reinstatement work activities (if required) at each customer property * Carry out all excavation and reinstatement in public property in line with relevant Street Works legislation * Carry out all building work activities (if required) at each customer property * Carry out all electrical work activities (if required) at each customer property * Carry out all cable jointing activities on Paper Insulated Lead Covered (PILC) and Plastic design cables as agreed at each customer property. These works must comply with the relevant sections of NIE Networks LV jointing Manual including working 'Live'. * Have relevant knowledge and experience to report defects on the network and be able to make the correct decisions on how each situation is managed to ensure a safe environment is maintained at all times. * Develop and update database to provide traceability for all work locations * Photographic evidence of the asset before, during and after works completed, with a hyperlink to the database * Report back to NIE Networks Contract Manager on a monthly basis * Carry out joint inspections of on-going works as requested by the NIE Networks Contract Manager * Manage and return customer information in line with current Data Protection Legislation as requested by the NIE Networks Contract Manager * The above list is not exhaustive. Options: The purpose of this procurement exercise is to award Framework Agreements for a period of four (4) years, with the option, exercisable exclusively by NIE Networks, to extend the contract for up to 2 further 24 month periods (8 years in total). Renewal: The purpose of this procurement exercise is to award Framework Agreements for a period of four (4) years, with the option, exercisable exclusively by NIE Networks, to extend the contract for up to 2 further 24 month periods (8 years in total). Lot 3- Loop Service Replacement The Framework Agreement will comprise the following service areas:- * Turnkey approach to replacement of identified Looped Services * Liaise with NIE Networks Contracts Manager to ascertain work locations * Manage all customer information in line with latest Data Protection Legislation * Customer management including agreeing work programme at each customer property * Job planning including creating a Field File detailing the agreed works to be carried out at each property * The materials used for the delivery of this contract shall be via free issue from NIE Networks' local store against allocated Internal Order No. (Only NIE Networks' approved materials can be used, in line with LV Jointing Manual). * Carry out all required civil work activities (if required) at each customer property * Carry out all excavation and reinstatement work activities (if required) at each customer property * Carry out all excavation and reinstatement in public property in line with relevant Street Works legislation * Carry out all building work activities (if required) at each customer property * Carry out all electrical work activities (if required) at each customer property * Carry out all cable jointing activities on Paper Insulated Lead Covered (PILC) and Plastic design cables as agreed at each customer property. These works must comply with the relevant sections of NIE Networks LV jointing Manual including working 'Live'. * Have relevant knowledge and experience to report defects on the network and be able to make the correct decisions on how each situation is managed to ensure a safe environment is maintained at all times. * Complete customer feedback survey as part of the works at all locations * Develop and update database to provide traceability for all work locations * Photographic evidence of the asset before and after works, with a hyperlink to the database * Report back to NIE Networks Contracts Manager on a monthly basis * Carry out joint inspections of on-going works as requested by the NIE Networks Contract Manager * Manage and return customer information in line with current Data Protection Legislation as requested by the NIE Networks Contract Manager Options: The purpose of this procurement exercise is to award Framework Agreements for a period of four (4) years, with the option, exercisable exclusively by NIE Networks, to extend the contract for up to 2 further 24 month periods (8 years in total). Renewal: The purpose of this procurement exercise is to award Framework Agreements for a period of four (4) years, with the option, exercisable exclusively by NIE Networks, to extend the contract for up to 2 further 24 month periods (8 years in total). ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030553-2025 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Negotiated procedure with prior call for competition | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 6 Jun 2025 | | Submission deadline | 23 May 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 4 Jun 2025 | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £65,700,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Cancelled | | Awards status | Active | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | NORTHERN IRELAND ELECTRICITY NETWORKS LTD | | 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 | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 2 | | Supplier names | KJM ELECTRICAL; WHITEMOUNTAIN QUARRIES | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting - 45 - Construction work - 51 - Installation services (except software) ### Codes - 31311000 - Mains connections - 45231400 - Construction work for electricity power lines - 51000000 - Installation services (except software) ## Release History - 6 Jun 2025 at 11:23 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030553-2025 - 22 Apr 2024 at 16:25 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013051-2024 ## Notice URLs - http://www.nienetworks.co.uk - https://e-sourcingni.bravosolution.co.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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