Scope
Reference
S1224 (2025) Specialist Communications Support Services
Description
NIE Networks wishes to award a Framework Agreement for the provision of Specialist Communications Services. NIE Networks wishes to procure services in the following and related areas:
The Supplier will be expected to support the company on general communication requirements, as well as implementing plans and delivering communication services.
Commercial tool
Establishes a framework
Contract 1. S1224 (2025) Specialist Communications Support Services
Supplier
Contract value
- £1,584,000 excluding VAT
- £1,900,800 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Award decision date
12 February 2026
Date assessment summaries were sent to tenderers
12 February 2026
Standstill period
- End: 23 February 2026
- 8 working days
Earliest date the contract will be signed
3 March 2026
Contract dates (estimated)
- 3 March 2026 to 2 March 2029
- Possible extension to 2 March 2031
- 5 years
Description of possible extension:
The framework will be awarded for a period of 3 years, with the option to extend (entirely at the discretion of NIE Networks) for a further 24-month period.
Main procurement category
Services
Options
The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid.
The framework will be awarded for a period of 3 years, with the option to extend (entirely at the discretion of NIE Networks) for a further 24-month period.
CPV classifications
- 79416000 - Public relations services
- 79416100 - Public relations management services
- 79416200 - Public relations consultancy services
- 79430000 - Crisis management services
Contract locations
- UKN - Northern Ireland
Submission
Submission type
Requests to participate
Procedure
Procedure type
Competitive flexible procedure
Special regime
Utilities
Supplier
Morrow Communications
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PJMH-9245-QLZZ
Hanwood House, Pavillions Office Park, Kinnegar Drive
Holywood
BT18 0JQ
United Kingdom
Region: UKN09 - Ards and North Down
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Supported employment provider: No
Public service mutual: No
Contract 1. S1224 (2025) Specialist Communications Support Services
Contracting authority
Northern Ireland Electricity Networks Limited
- Companies House: NI026041
120 Malone Road
Belfast
BT9 5HT
United Kingdom
Contact name: Noreen Magowan
Organisation type: Private utility
Devolved regulations that apply: Northern Ireland