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title: "Electricians for the Installation, Refurbishment and Maintenance of Sub Station High & Low Voltage Plant / Equipment"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-049791"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NORTHERN IRELAND ELECTRICITY NETWORKS LIMITED"
published: "2025-09-15"
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# Electricians for the Installation, Refurbishment and Maintenance of Sub Station High & Low Voltage Plant / Equipment

Buyer: NORTHERN IRELAND ELECTRICITY NETWORKS LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-049791

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## Summary

Northern Ireland Electricity Networks Limited (NIE Networks) conducted a significant procurement process for electricians to manage the installation, refurbishment, and maintenance of substation high and low voltage equipment across Northern Ireland. This contract, titled "Electricians for the Installation, Refurbishment and Maintenance of Sub Station High & Low Voltage Plant / Equipment," falls under the industry category of electrical installation work. The procurement, which used a selective method involving a negotiated procedure with prior competition, has progressed to the award stage as of 15 September 2025. The contract was divided into three lots: Transmission and Distribution Projects, Day Rates, and Substation Inspections, each with specific requirements. Key suppliers awarded include TLI, Knox Electrical Ltd, and IMAC Construction Services Ltd, with contracts signed in early to mid-2025.

This procurement process represents substantial business growth opportunities for various electrical and construction companies, particularly those specialising in high and low voltage electrical installation work. Businesses with experience or capacity in delivering large framework agreements will find the contract's framework extension option appealing, potentially running for up to eight years. Given the technical and pricing criteria involved, both large enterprises and small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are well-positioned to compete. Engaging in such contracts with NIE Networks can enhance a company's market position and expand its operational footprint in the region.

## Notice

NIE Networks has a requirement for experienced electricians for the Installation, Refurbishment and Maintenance of Sub Station High and Low Voltage Plant / Equipment throughout Northern Ireland.

### Lot Information

Lot 1 - Transmission and Distribution Projects

Transmission and Distribution Projects

Options: The Framework Agreement period is 4 (four) years with the option to extend the Framework Agreements for up to a further 4 (four) years.

Renewal: Optional extension period of up to 2 years

Lot 2 - Day Rates

Provide commissioners, supervisors, electricians, fitters and apprentices for day rate assistance to NIE Networks across Northern Ireland. Inclusive of vehicles (commuting and inter-site travel), tools & equipment.

Options: The Framework Agreement period is 4 (four) years with the option to extend the Framework Agreements for up to a further 4 (four) years.

Lot 3 - Substation Inspections

Inspections of Plant & Equipment to include minor defect repairs where appropriate and provision of two driver/fitters for PWS.

Options: The Framework Agreement period is 4 (four) years with the option to extend the Framework Agreements for up to a further 4 (four) years.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056687-2025 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Negotiated procedure with prior call for competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Oct 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | 48 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £500,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £19,730,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NORTHERN IRELAND ELECTRICITY NETWORKS LIMITED |
| 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 | 4 |
| Supplier names | IMAC CONSTRUCTION SERVICES; KNOX ELECTRICAL; TLI; WRIGHTS ACCIDENT REPAIR CENTRES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45310000 - Electrical installation work

## Release History

- 15 Sep 2025 at 15:12 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056687-2025
- 10 Mar 2025 at 15:36 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008573-2025
- 3 Sep 2024 at 09:58 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028073-2024

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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