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title: "ID 6221637 - AFBI - Supply, Delivery, Software Support and Warranty of Integrated Freshwater Data Buoys and Monitoring Hardware"
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# ID 6221637 - AFBI - Supply, Delivery, Software Support and Warranty of Integrated Freshwater Data Buoys and Monitoring Hardware

Buyer: AGRI-FOOD AND BIOSCIENCES INSTITUTE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05f722

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## Summary

The Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute, based in Belfast, has completed a significant procurement project for the supply, delivery, and support of integrated freshwater data buoys and monitoring hardware. This procurement was divided into two lots: Lot 1, for data buoys and associated instruments, and Lot 2, for stand-alone temperature and dissolved oxygen loggers. The open procedure procurement method was followed under the legal framework of the UK Public Procurement regime. The contracts commenced on 6th February 2026, and the initial period extends until 31st March 2029, with options to extend. The industry categories involved include telemetry equipment and environmental services, with specific focus on marine and precision instruments. The main delivery is to be made at the Fisheries and Aquatic Ecosystems Branch, Newforge Lane, Belfast, by 31st March 2026.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in marine equipment and environmental monitoring. By winning a contract like this, companies can strengthen their portfolio and reputation in providing cutting-edge telemetry and environmental monitoring solutions. TechWorks Marine Limited and R.S. AQUA LIMITED, both SMEs, secured contracts for Lots 1 and 2, respectively, highlighting that businesses of similar scale have a competitive advantage. Such projects enable suppliers to expand their market presence and deepen relationships with government entities, fostering long-term growth potential in the high-tech environmental equipment sector.

## Notice

AFBI requires the supply and delivery of 5 data buoys with associated sensor packages, and 7 stand-alone Temperature and Dissolved Oxygen Loggers. Both the integrated data buoys and the temperature DO loggers will require appropriate software and technical support for an initial contract period of three years as a minimum. This contract will be divided into 2 separate Lots for the provision of the Data Buoys and the Loggers, as detailed below. Please note that ALL instrumentation supplied under Lot 1 must be able to operate (maintain autonomous power) for minimum of three months and reliably telemeter data from any location in Lough Neagh (Note; GSM network cover is poor in many areas of Lough Neagh). Lot 1 - Supply, Delivery, Support and Maintenance of 5 Data Buoys and Associated Instruments, comprising of Part A - Two (2) Fully Instrumented Data Buoys with a comprehensive sensor package. Part A will be purchased upon Contract Award, delivery of Part A to AFBI's Fisheries and Aquatic Ecosystems Branch, Newforge Lane, Belfast, BT9 5PX must be completed by 31/03/26. Part B - Three (3) Basic Instrumented Data Buoys, without plankton and nutrient sensors. It is anticipated that Part B will be ordered during the 2026/2027 Financial Year Lot 2 - Supply, Delivery and Software Support of Seven (7) stand-alone Temperature and Dissolved Oxygen (DO) Loggers Lot 2 will be purchased on Contract Award, delivery to AFBI's Fisheries and Aquatic Ecosystems Branch, Newforge Lane, Belfast, BT9 5PX must be completed by 31/03/26 Suppliers are permitted to tender for either or both Lots. Both Lots will be evaluated and awarded separately. Suppliers must provide all instruments and meet all requirements as listed in the detailed requirements of this Specification document for the Lot(s) they are awarded, for the duration of the contract period. Please refer to the Specification document for full details.

### Lot Information

Supply, Delivery, Support and Maintenance of 5 Data Buoys and Associated Instruments

Lot 1 - Supply, Delivery, Support and Maintenance of 5 Data Buoys and Associated Instruments, comprising of; Part A - Two (2) Fully Instrumented Data Buoys with a comprehensive sensor package, as detailed below Part B - Three (3) Basic Instrumented Data Buoys, without plankton and nutrient sensors Part A will be purchased upon Contract Award, it is anticipated Part B will be ordered during the 2026/2027 Financial Year

Options: This contract provides the Buyer with the option to purchase additional sensors priced for individually in the Pricing Schedule

Renewal: The Buyer may extend the Contract for a period of: - Software Support and Maintenance - up to 2 years (1+1) (as detailed in the Specification document) - Hardware Warranty up to 4 years (1+1+1+1) (as detailed in the Specification document) by giving not less than 10 Working Days' notice in writing to the Supplier prior to the Expiry Date. These extension periods will be used for, where applicable, for extended warranty and software packages. Maximum overall end date of the contract is 31 March 2031 for Lot 1 Part A and on the date 5 years following delivery for Lot 1 Part B. The Conditions of the Contract shall apply throughout any such extended period.

Supply, Delivery and Software Support of Seven (7) stand-alone Temperature and Dissolved Oxygen (DO) Loggers

Lot 2 - Supply, Delivery and Software Support of Seven (7) stand-alone Temperature and Dissolved Oxygen (DO) Loggers Lot 2 will be purchased on Contract Award

Renewal: The Buyer may extend the Contract for a period of: - Hardware Warranty up to 4 years (1+1+1+1) (as detailed in the Specification document) by giving not less than 10 Working Days' notice in writing to the Supplier prior to the Expiry Date. These extension periods will be used for the extended warranty package. Maximum overall end date of the contract is 31 March 2031. The Conditions of the Contract shall apply throughout any such extended period.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019030-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 6 Feb 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £629,620 |
| Lots value | £629,620 |
| Awards value | £1,106,958 |
| Contracts value | £1,106,958 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | AGRI-FOOD AND BIOSCIENCES INSTITUTE |
| Additional buyers | AGRI-FOOD AND BIOSCIENCES INSTITUTEPUBLIC PROCUREMENT ORGANISATION NUMBER: PBLN-5294-NVHZ; CPD - SUPPLIES & SERVICES DIVISION |
| Locality | BELFAST |
| Post town | Northern Ireland |
| Postcode | BT9 5PX |
| 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 | 2 |
| Supplier names | R.S. AQUA; TECHWORKS MARINE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products
- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services
- 63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services
- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 03000000 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products
- 32200000 - Transmission apparatus for radiotelephony, radiotelegraphy, radio broadcasting and television
- 32441000 - Telemetry equipment
- 34515100 - Marker buoys
- 34930000 - Marine equipment
- 35125100 - Sensors
- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 50200000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to aircraft, railways, roads and marine equipment
- 50240000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to marine and other equipment
- 50246200 - Buoy maintenance services
- 50246300 - Repair and maintenance services of floating structures
- 50246400 - Repair and maintenance services of floating platforms
- 63724300 - Buoy positioning services
- 63724310 - Buoy marking services
- 71354000 - Map-making services
- 71354500 - Marine survey services
- 73112000 - Marine research services
- 90700000 - Environmental services
- 90732900 - Nitrates and phosphates pollution assessment
- 90732920 - Phosphates pollution assessment
- 90740000 - Pollutants tracking and monitoring and rehabilitation services
- 98360000 - Marine services
- 98362100 - Marine-base support services

## Release History

- 3 Mar 2026 at 14:38 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019030-2026
- 26 Jan 2026 at 12:25 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006611-2026
- 16 Dec 2025 at 16:34 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083535-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019030-2026
  3rd March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006611-2026
  26th January 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083535-2025
  16th December 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://etendersni.gov.uk/epps
- https://rsaqua.co.uk/
- https://techworks.ie/
- https://www.finance-ni.gov.uk/ar
- https://www.finance-ni.gov.uk/topics/procurement
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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