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title: "ID 5983468 - DfE - Environmental Assessment and Planning Application for Antrim Area Hospital"
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# ID 5983468 - DfE - Environmental Assessment and Planning Application for Antrim Area Hospital

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR THE ECONOMY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-059443

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## Summary

An environmental assessment and planning application contract for a deep geothermal system at Antrim Area Hospital has been awarded by the Department for the Economy. Located in Belfast, this procurement falls under the 'services' category, focusing on environmental management and impact assessment within the UK region. The contracting process followed an open procedure, compliant with Northern Irish devolved regulations, and was overseen by the CPD - Supplies & Services Division. The procurement process is now in the award stage, with the contract awarded to Tetra Tech Consulting (NI) Limited, a large-scale supplier based in Belfast. The initial contract period is set for 24 months, commencing on 1st December 2025, with possible extensions contingent on project developments.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for growth, especially for firms specialising in environmental impact and energy-related services. Companies with expertise in site selection, environmental planning, and energy consulting will find this contract particularly relevant. The engagement underscores a substantial investment in sustainable and renewable energy solutions within Northern Ireland, fostering prospects for businesses in the environmental sector. Businesses looking to expand their reach in the public sector and leverage technical expertise in environmental services will find engaging in similar future tenders beneficial for business development.

## Notice

The Department for the Economy wishes to engage a supplier to deliver a determined planning application for a deep geothermal system at Antrim Area Hospital (AAH). Outputs will include site selection, environmental assessments, environmental impact assessment and an application for full planning permission at the selected site. The contract is for an initial period of 24 months. In the event of any unforeseen events or delays to completion of the required works, the initial contract will be followed by two optional extension periods of up to 6 months each. Suppliers should refer to the Specification for full details of the requirements.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The contract is for an initial period of 24 months. In the event of any unforeseen events or delays to completion of the required works, the initial contract will be followed by two optional extension periods of up to 6 months each.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/078780-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Oct 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Nov 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2025 - 30 Nov 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £200,000 |
| Lots value | £200,000 |
| Awards value | £200,000 |
| Contracts value | £200,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEPARTMENT FOR THE ECONOMY |
| Additional buyers | CPD - SUPPLIES & SERVICES DIVISION |
| Locality | BELFAST |
| Post town | Northern Ireland |
| Postcode | BT2 8FD |
| Country | Northern Ireland |
| ITL 1 | TLN Northern Ireland |
| ITL 2 | TLN0 Northern Ireland |
| ITL 3 | TLN06 Belfast |
| Local authority | Belfast |
| Electoral ward | Sydenham |
| Westminster constituency | Belfast East |
| Delivery location | TLN Northern Ireland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | TETRA TECH CONSULTING (NI |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security
- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 71313400 - Environmental impact assessment for construction
- 71314000 - Energy and related services
- 71314200 - Energy-management services
- 71314300 - Energy-efficiency consultancy services
- 79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security
- 90710000 - Environmental management
- 90711000 - Environmental impact assessment other than for construction
- 90711200 - Environmental standards other than for construction
- 90711400 - Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) services other than for construction
- 90712000 - Environmental planning
- 90713000 - Environmental issues consultancy services

## Release History

- 2 Dec 2025 at 10:33 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/078780-2025
- 17 Nov 2025 at 10:31 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074284-2025
- 4 Sep 2025 at 13:56 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053975-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/078780-2025
  2nd December 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074284-2025
  17th November 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053975-2025
  4th September 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.tetratecheurope.com
- https://etendersni.gov.uk/epps
- https://www.finance-ni.gov.uk/articles/account-ni-good-invoicing-practice
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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