Scope
Reference
SONI071
Description
The Qualification Trial Process (QTP) is an important process for contributing to the transition from a fossil fuel powered system to a sustainable renewable power system. The QTP acts as a platform to trial system services from new technology providers and identify the operational complexities to the provision of services from a range of providers.
Total value (estimated)
- £350,000 excluding VAT
- £420,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 May 2026 to 30 April 2028
- 2 years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 65000000 - Public utilities
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Participation
Conditions of participation
Please refer to RFP and Contract
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
9 February 2026, 12:00pm
Tender submission deadline
2 March 2026, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
| Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business and Industry Impact Statement | Business and Power System Impact Statement prepared by the Tenderer setting out the: • Projected EirGrid/SONI and wider power system benefits - a value proposition. During QTP trial planning, QTP... |
Quality | 40.00% |
| Ultimate Cost | Tenderers shall provide a Fixed Price Sum for all the required service in accordance with the Pricing Schedules. |
Cost | 40.00% |
| Programme of Work | Tenderers should include a proposed project plan and strategy for effective delivery of the scope of requirements outlined to include defined timescales/milestones for the duration of the contract in... |
Quality | 15.00% |
| Environmental Commitment | Tenderers should provide a detailed description of the programme that will manage and minimise the environmental impact of these services. |
Quality | 5.00% |
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Special regime
Utilities
Contracting authority
SONI Ltd
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PPVY-9479-DHPY
12 Manse Road
Belfast
BT6 9RT
United Kingdom
Email: tenders.SONI@soni.ltd.uk
Region: UKN0E - Lisburn and Castlereagh
Organisation type: Private utility
Devolved regulations that apply: Northern Ireland