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title: "ID 5674399 - DAERA - NIEA - MULTIPARAMETER SONDES FOR HIGH RESOLUTION MONITORING OF LOUGH NEAGH INFLOWS"
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# ID 5674399 - DAERA - NIEA - MULTIPARAMETER SONDES FOR HIGH RESOLUTION MONITORING OF LOUGH NEAGH INFLOWS

Buyer: DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, ENVIRONMENT AND RURAL AFFAIRS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04c8dd

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## Summary

The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) has completed a procurement process for the NIEA project involving the supply of seven multiparameter sondes for high-resolution monitoring of Lough Neagh inflows and outflows. The contract, titled "ID 5674399 - DAERA - NIEA - Multiparameter Sondes for High Resolution Monitoring of Lough Neagh Inflows," falls under the services category, specifically phosphates pollution assessment. The procurement followed the Accelerated Open procedure due to the urgency of the project, ensuring delivery before 31st March 2025. The contract value is estimated at £146,000, and options include extending the contract for two additional one-year periods. The project location is Northern Ireland, with specific requirements detailed in the tender documents, including a warranty for the delivered equipment and adherence to Public Contracts Regulations 2015.

This tender offers opportunities for businesses involved in environmental monitoring and precision equipment manufacturing to participate in a significant public sector project. Companies specialising in laboratory equipment, sensors, telemetry equipment, and environmental services would find this procurement process particularly relevant. Winning this contract could provide substantial business growth potential, enhanced visibility, and the possibility of long-term collaboration through contract extension options. SMEs, particularly those already experienced in supplying high-quality technical and environmental monitoring equipment, are well-suited to compete for this tender and benefit from future procurement opportunities with DAERA and other public sector bodies.

## Notice

The Buyer requires seven Multiparameter Sondes for the high-resolution monitoring of the main Lough Neagh inflow and outflow rivers as part of a larger commissioned E and I project. The Supplier must also deliver the equipment prior to 31st March 2025. Warranty must also be provided, and further details are detailed with the document titled "ID 5674399 Specification". This competition is being managed in accordance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (as amended) and run using the Accelerated Open procedure. This is due to the urgent nature and the overarching DAERA-AFBI project which is expected to commence 2025. The aim of selecting this procedure is to ensure the items are delivered before the end of the financial year to allow the DAERA-AFBI Lough Neagh project to commence.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The Buyer requires seven Multiparameter Sondes for the high-resolution monitoring of the main Lough Neagh inflow and outflow rivers as part of a larger commissioned E and I project. The Supplier must also deliver the equipment prior to 31st March 2025. Warranty must also be provided, and further details are detailed with the document titled "ID 5674399 Specification". This competition is being managed in accordance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (as amended) and run using the Accelerated Open procedure. This is due to the urgent nature and the overarching DAERA-AFBI project which is expected to commence 2025. The aim of selecting this procedure is to ensure the items are delivered before the end of the financial year to allow the DAERA-AFBI Lough Neagh project to commence. Additional information: Option to extend for a further two one-year periods.

Options: Option to extend for a further two one-year periods.

Renewal: After the initial contract period, there is an option to extend for a further two one-year periods.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003689-2025 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Jan 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Feb 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £146,000 |
| Lots value | £146,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £140,396 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, ENVIRONMENT AND RURAL AFFAIRS |
| Additional buyers | DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, ENVIRONMENT AND RURAL AFFAIRS OF NORTHERN IRELAND |
| Locality | LIMAVADY |
| Post town | Northern Ireland |
| Postcode | BT49 9HP |
| Country | Northern Ireland |
| ITL 1 | TLN Northern Ireland |
| ITL 2 | TLN0 Northern Ireland |
| ITL 3 | TLN0C Causeway Coast and Glens |
| Local authority | Causeway Coast and Glens |
| Electoral ward | Ballykelly |
| Westminster constituency | East Londonderry |
| Delivery location | TLN Northern Ireland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | LAB PROCESS INSTRUMENTATION |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products
- 24 - Chemical products
- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 03000000 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products
- 24313200 - Phosphinates, phosphonates, phosphates and polyphosphates
- 32440000 - Telemetry and terminal equipment
- 32441000 - Telemetry equipment
- 35125100 - Sensors
- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 90700000 - Environmental services
- 90732900 - Nitrates and phosphates pollution assessment
- 90732920 - Phosphates pollution assessment
- 90740000 - Pollutants tracking and monitoring and rehabilitation services

## Release History

- 4 Feb 2025 at 15:24 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003689-2025
- 17 Dec 2024 at 16:00 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040653-2024

## Notice URLs

- https://etendersni.gov.uk/epps

## Provenance

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