---
title: "Provision of Managed Service for Operational Telecoms Network (OTN)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-055e07"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NORTHERN IRELAND ELECTRICITY NETWORKS LIMITED"
published: "2026-03-23"
---

# Provision of Managed Service for Operational Telecoms Network (OTN)

Buyer: NORTHERN IRELAND ELECTRICITY NETWORKS LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-055e07

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## Summary

Northern Ireland Electricity Networks Limited (NIE Networks) has awarded a contract for the provision of a managed service for their Operational Telecoms Network (OTN), with Vodafone Ltd as the chosen supplier. The procurement process followed a competitive flexible procedure under Northern Irish devolved regulations and UK legal framework. Valued at £104,000,000, the contract term spans from 1st October 2026 to 9th March 2031, with an option for a three-year extension. This contract focuses on telecommunications-infrastructure maintenance services, crucial for enhancing connectivity across multiple points in the network. Key procurement stages included the tender process, the evaluation period ending on 31st March 2026, and the contract's formal signature scheduled for 23rd April 2026. The service will be implemented in the United Kingdom's Northern region.

This managed service contract provides significant opportunities for businesses in the telecommunications industry, particularly those specialising in network operations, cybersecurity, and infrastructure management. Companies capable of offering comprehensive solutions including NOC, SOC, SIEM, and equipment procurement stand to benefit from this framework agreement. By aligning with the service demands of NIE Networks and its emphasis on management precision and cybersecurity, businesses can leverage their expertise to deliver quality service while driving growth through involvement in high-value projects supported under the UK’s regulatory framework. Furthermore, the inclusion of third-party procurement expands opportunities for specialist firms to contribute their skills in rigging, tower inspections, and fibre works, potentially fostering broader business partnerships and collaborations.

## Notice

NIE Networks intends, following the process outlined in this Invitation to Tender, to appoint Suppliers to enter into a Framework Agreement for the provision of the Services , as detailed below. The main scope of responsibilities will include the following: * Management and operation of all the infrastructure elements that the OTN comprises. This will include the management of third parties who undertake specialist functions, e.g. rigging, tower inspections & fibre works. * Responsibility for the maintenance and provision of end-to-end connectivity down to individual circuit level between various points on the Customer's networks. * Provision of a single point of contact for all matters concerning the operation and management of the OTN. * Provision of a single point of contact for all matters concerning the cybersecurity of the OTN * Provision of in-house NOC, SOC and SIEM * Procurement of services and equipment from third-party providers.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: Option to extend for 3 years following initial contract period

Renewal: Option to extend for 3 years following initial contract period

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026432-2026 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Aug 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2026 - 9 Mar 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £104,100,000 |
| Lots value | £104,100,000 |
| Awards value | £104,000,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Pending |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NORTHERN IRELAND ELECTRICITY NETWORKS LIMITED |
| Additional buyers | SYSTEM OPERATOR NORTHERN IRELAND (SONI LTD) |
| Locality | BELFAST |
| Post town | Northern Ireland |
| Postcode | BT9 5HT |
| Country | Northern Ireland |
| ITL 1 | TLN Northern Ireland |
| ITL 2 | TLN0 Northern Ireland |
| ITL 3 | TLN0E Lisburn and Castlereagh |
| Local authority | Lisburn and Castlereagh |
| Electoral ward | Moneyreagh |
| Westminster constituency | Belfast South and Mid Down |
| Delivery location | TLN Northern Ireland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | VODAFONE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 42 - Industrial machinery
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services
- 64 - Postal and telecommunications services

### Codes

- 42961200 - Scada or equivalent system
- 50332000 - Telecommunications-infrastructure maintenance services
- 64200000 - Telecommunications services

## Release History

- 23 Mar 2026 at 16:11 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026432-2026
- 11 Jul 2025 at 16:07 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039426-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026432-2026
  23rd March 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039426-2025
  11th July 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://e-sourcingni.bravosolution.co.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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