--- title: "T101 Satellite Imagery Leakage Detection Services" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0504d7" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0504d7" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0504d7.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0504d7.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "NORTHERN IRELAND WATER LIMITED" published: "2026-03-04" --- # T101 Satellite Imagery Leakage Detection Services Buyer: NORTHERN IRELAND WATER LIMITED Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0504d7 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0504d7) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0504d7.json) ## Summary Northern Ireland Water Ltd has successfully completed the procurement process for the "T101 Satellite Imagery Leakage Detection Services" contract. This initiative involves the use of Satellite Imagery, specifically Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR), to detect leakage in water utilities, thereby assisting the authority in reaching its leakage targets. The buying organisation, Northern Ireland Water Ltd, operates under public authority sub-central government classification and follows Northern Irish devolved regulations. The procurement process was conducted through an open competitive flexible procedure and was part of the utilities special regime. The contract was signed on 4 March 2026, with a contract period from 5 March 2026 to 4 March 2029, and an option to extend for up to an additional four years. Business opportunities arising from this contract are significant for tech companies specialising in satellite technology, particularly in detecting ground saturation and identifying potential leakages. The awarded supplier, ORIGIN TECH LTD, exemplifies how SMEs, notably those with expertise in surveillance and security systems, radar apparatus, and surveying instruments, can successfully compete in tenders within public utilities. With the initial contract valued at £5.9 million (gross value £7.08 million), this case highlights the lucrative potential for businesses providing innovative solutions in the water distribution industry. Future renewals and extensions further amplify the growth prospects for suppliers in this sector. ## Notice This Contract is for the provision of Satellite Imagery Leakage Detection services, using this innovative technology to assist the Client to achieve their leakage targets. The services required are Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) sensor (or equivalent) Satellite Imagery for Leakage Detection. The Contractor will provide satellite technology that has the ability to scan for ground saturation and displays areas of potential leakage. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Options: Please see the Specification for further information. Renewal: There is the option to extend the contract for 2+1+1 years. ### Planning Information This RFI is a general market enquiry to identify and engage with suppliers who can supply and deliver satellite imagery leakage detection to NI Water. NI Water is seeking to assess the interest, capacity and capability of the market in providing this type of service. Further information and a copy of the Request for Information questionnaire is available and should be requested by emailing sourcing@niwater.com FAO Heather Kyle. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019677-2026 | | Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Planning, Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 4 Mar 2026 | | Submission deadline | 17 Oct 2025 | | Future notice date | 2 Jun 2025 | | Award date | 5 Feb 2026 | | Contract period | 5 Mar 2026 - 4 Mar 2029 | | Recurrence | 2032-09-01 | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £7,040,000 | | Lots value | £7,040,000 | | Awards value | £5,900,000 | | Contracts value | £5,900,000 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Active | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | NORTHERN IRELAND WATER LIMITED | | Additional buyers | NORTHERN IRELAND WATER LTD | | Locality | BELFAST | | Post town | Northern Ireland | | Postcode | BT14 6TE | | Country | Northern Ireland | | ITL 1 | TLN Northern Ireland | | ITL 2 | TLN0 Northern Ireland | | ITL 3 | TLN06 Belfast | | Local authority | Belfast | | Electoral ward | Chichester Park | | Westminster constituency | Belfast North | | Delivery location | TLN Northern Ireland | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | ORIGIN TECH | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) - 65 - Public utilities ### Codes - 35120000 - Surveillance and security systems and devices - 38115000 - Radar apparatus - 38296000 - Surveying instruments - 65000000 - Public utilities - 65100000 - Water distribution and related services - 65110000 - Water distribution - 65111000 - Drinking-water distribution - 65130000 - Operation of water supplies ## Release History - 4 Mar 2026 at 16:52 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019677-2026 - 5 Feb 2026 at 16:03 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010644-2026 - 22 Sep 2025 at 14:19 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058585-2025 - 17 Apr 2025 at 12:25 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015907-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019677-2026 4th March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010644-2026 5th February 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058585-2025 22nd September 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015907-2025 17th April 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - http://www.suez.com/en/uk - https://etendersni.gov.uk/epps/home.do - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents - https://www.niwater.com/home/ - https://www.origintech.co.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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