Scope
Reference
C008 (2026)
Description
NIE Networks wishes to establish a Framework Arrangement and appoint suppliers to enter into separate Framework Agreements for the Supply of General Tapes across five (5) separate Lots. The requirement is for general purpose tapes, jointing specific tapes and safety tapes, for application on materials and equipment used within the NIE Networks’ electricity network and associated work practices and procedures at various voltage levels (240V to 33kV).
Each Framework Agreement will be for a period of five (5) years with an option, exercisable entirely at the discretion of NIE Networks and subject to the terms of the Framework Agreement, to extend by a further optional period of up to three (3) years, with a total potential duration of eight (8) years.
Commercial tool
Establishes a framework
Total value (estimated)
- £1,446,600 excluding VAT
- £1,735,920 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 July 2026 to 30 June 2031
- Possible extension to 30 June 2034
- 8 years
Description of possible extension:
Each Framework Agreement will be for a period of five (5) years with an option, exercisable entirely at the discretion of NIE Networks and subject to the terms of the Framework Agreement, to extend by a further optional period of up to three (3) years, with a total potential duration of eight (8) years.
Options
The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid.
Each Framework Agreement will be for a period of five (5) years with an option, exercisable entirely at the discretion of NIE Networks and subject to the terms of the Framework Agreement, to extend by a further optional period of up to three (3) years, with a total potential duration of eight (8) years.
Main procurement category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 19513200 - Adhesive tape of rubberised textiles
- 31651000 - Electrical tape
- 44424200 - Adhesive tape
- 44424300 - Reflective tape
Contract locations
- UKN0 - Northern Ireland
Lot constraints
Description of how multiple lots may be awarded:
As specified within the RTP and/or tender documents available from the address specified within this notice with the reference project C008 (2026) Supply of General Tapes.
Lot 1. Lot 1 - General jointing tapes
Description
Description: The supply and delivery of General jointing tapes as fully defined within NIE Networks’ Specification General jointing tapes 204-15.
Lot value (estimated)
- £938,200 excluding VAT
- £1,125,840 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations, contract dates and options are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 2. Lot 2 - Specialist jointing tape: Elastomeric sheeting/patches
Description
Description: The supply and delivery of Specialist jointing tape: Elastomeric sheeting/patches as fully defined within NIE Networks’ Specification General jointing tapes 204-15.
Lot value (estimated)
- £310,800 excluding VAT
- £372,960 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations, contract dates and options are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 3. Lot 3 - Specialist jointing tape: Impregnated cotton tape
Description
Description: The supply and delivery of Specialist jointing tape: Impregnated cotton tape as fully defined within NIE Networks’ Specification General jointing tapes 204-15.
Lot value (estimated)
- £6,400 excluding VAT
- £7,680 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations, contract dates and options are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 4. Lot 4 - Specialist jointing tape: Low temperature petrolatum tape
Description
Description: The supply and delivery of Specialist jointing tape: Low temperature petrolatum tape as fully defined within NIE Networks’ Specification General jointing tapes 204-15.
Lot value (estimated)
- £131,600 excluding VAT
- £157,920 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations, contract dates and options are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 5. Lot 5 - Vinyl safety tapes
Description
Description: The supply and delivery of Vinyl safety tapes as fully defined within NIE Networks’ Specification General jointing tapes 204-15.
Lot value (estimated)
- £59,600 excluding VAT
- £71,520 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations, contract dates and options are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Framework
Maximum number of suppliers
Unlimited
Maximum percentage fee charged to suppliers
0%
Framework operation description
As specified within the RTP and/or tender documents available from the address specified within this notice with the reference project C008 (2026) Supply of General Tapes.
Award method when using the framework
Without competition
Contracting authorities that may use the framework
Establishing party only
Participation
Legal and financial capacity conditions of participation
Lot 1. Lot 1 - General jointing tapes
Lot 2. Lot 2 - Specialist jointing tape: Elastomeric sheeting/patches
Lot 3. Lot 3 - Specialist jointing tape: Impregnated cotton tape
Lot 4. Lot 4 - Specialist jointing tape: Low temperature petrolatum tape
Lot 5. Lot 5 - Vinyl safety tapes
As specified within the RTP and/or tender documents available from the address specified within this notice with the reference project C008 (2026) Supply of General Tapes.
Technical ability conditions of participation
Lot 1. Lot 1 - General jointing tapes
Lot 2. Lot 2 - Specialist jointing tape: Elastomeric sheeting/patches
Lot 3. Lot 3 - Specialist jointing tape: Impregnated cotton tape
Lot 4. Lot 4 - Specialist jointing tape: Low temperature petrolatum tape
Lot 5. Lot 5 - Vinyl safety tapes
As specified within the RTP and/or tender documents available from the address specified within this notice with the reference project C008 (2026) Supply of General Tapes.
Submission
Enquiry deadline
20 February 2026, 3:00pm
Submission type
Requests to participate
Deadline for requests to participate
2 March 2026, 3:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
1 July 2026
Recurring procurement
Publication date of next tender notice (estimated): 1 June 2033
Award criteria
| Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost | As specified within the RTP and/or tender documents available from the address specified within this notice with the reference project C008 (2026) Supply of General Tapes. |
Cost | 70% |
| Quality | As specified within the RTP and/or tender documents available from the address specified within this notice with the reference project C008 (2026) Supply of General Tapes. |
Quality | 30% |
Other information
Applicable trade agreements
- Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Competitive flexible procedure
Special regime
Utilities
Competitive flexible procedure description
As specified within the RTP and/or tender documents available from the address specified within this notice with the reference project C008 (2025) Supply of General Tapes.
Contracting authority
Northern Ireland Electricity Networks Limited
- Companies House: NI026041
120 Malone Road
Belfast
BT9 5HT
United Kingdom
Contact name: Ruadhrai O'Kane
Email: ruadhrai.okane@nienetworks.co.uk
Website: http://www.nienetworks.co.uk
Organisation type: Private utility
Devolved regulations that apply: Northern Ireland