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title: "F006 Framework for the Supply, Commissioning, Maintenance and Repair of Sludge Management Equipment"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-060971"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "NORTHERN IRELAND WATER LIMITED"
published: "2026-01-20"
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# F006 Framework for the Supply, Commissioning, Maintenance and Repair of Sludge Management Equipment

Buyer: NORTHERN IRELAND WATER LIMITED  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-060971

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## Summary

Northern Ireland Water Limited is initiating a tender process for a framework contract titled "F006 Framework for the Supply, Commissioning, Maintenance and Repair of Sludge Management Equipment." This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically targeting the sewage services industry in the region of Belfast, Northern Ireland. The procurement stage is currently in planning, with a preliminary market engagement notice published on 20th January 2026. NI Water is organising supplier engagement meetings throughout February 2026, providing an opportunity for interested parties to gain insights into the tender process before its finalisation. The meetings aim to refine tender requirements with valuable market input and are scheduled to be completed by 27th February 2026.

This tender presents lucrative opportunities for businesses within the sludge management and sewage services sectors, including those specialising in sludge-handling and treatment equipment. Companies with strengths in the commissioning, maintenance, and repair of sewage-related infrastructures may find this contract particularly appealing. Engaging early with NI Water through the planned meetings can provide businesses with strategic insights and a potential competitive edge. This framework, with a contract period beginning in November 2026, also includes options for renewal, suggesting long-term business growth opportunities beyond the initial term.

## Notice

Framework for the supply, commissioning, maintenance, and repair of sludge management equipment on NI Water sites

### Planning Information

NI Water is preparing to out to market in 2026 to appoint suppliers for the Supply, Commissioning, Maintenance and Repair of Sludge Management Equipment. Prior to publishing the tender, we would like to invite suppliers to meet with us in February 2026. The purpose of these meetings is to outline the upcoming tender process and gather valuable market insights that may help shape the final requirements. If you are interested in meeting with NI Water, please contact us via the following email address: sourcing@niwater.com - FAO Ian Carson

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004607-2026 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 27 Feb 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2026 - 31 Oct 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planning |
| Lots status | Planning |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NORTHERN IRELAND WATER LIMITED |
| 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 | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 45 - Construction work
- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 34951200 - Sludge-handling equipment
- 34951300 - Sludge-drier installation
- 45232422 - Sludge-treatment works
- 90400000 - Sewage services
- 90420000 - Sewage treatment services
- 90430000 - Sewage disposal services
- 90480000 - Sewerage management services
- 90513000 - Non-hazardous refuse and waste treatment and disposal services
- 90513800 - Sludge treatment services

## Release History

- 20 Jan 2026 at 09:24 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004607-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004607-2026
  20th January 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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