Scope
Reference
CA245 (2026) - Earthing Design and Consultancy Services
Description
NIE Networks wishes to appoint suitably qualified and experienced service providers on framework for the provision of earthing designs, assessments, consultancy services and training.
The Framework Agreement will comprise the following three areas:-
Part 1 Consultancy support service
Part 2 Earthing designs, assessments and measurements
Part 3 Training courses
The above list of activities is not exhaustive. A full list of the Services to be delivered is included in the Scope of Services and associated documents. The Services shall be carried out at various locations throughout Northern Ireland, as detailed within the Framework Agreement.
The Contracting Entity intends to establish Framework Arrangements for the provision of Earthing Design and Consultancy Services. The Framework Agreements will be for a period of five (5) years with an option, exercisable entirely at the discretion of the Contracting Entity 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)
- £2,848,000 excluding VAT
- £3,417,600 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 May 2026 to 30 April 2031
- Possible extension to 30 April 2034
- 8 years
Description of possible extension:
The Framework Agreements will be for a period of five (5) years with an option, exercisable entirely at the discretion of the Contracting Entity 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.
The Framework Agreements will be for a period of five (5) years with an option, exercisable entirely at the discretion of the Contracting Entity 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
Services
CPV classifications
- 51112100 - Installation services of electricity distribution equipment
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Framework
Maximum number of suppliers
2
Maximum percentage fee charged to suppliers
0%
Further information about fees
N/A
Framework operation description
As specified within the RTP and/or tender documents available from the address specified within this notice with the reference project CA245 (2026) - Earthing Design and Consultancy Services.
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
As specified within the RTP and/or tender documents available from the address specified within this notice with the reference project CA245 (2026) - Earthing Design and Consultancy Services.
Technical ability conditions of participation
As specified within the RTP and/or tender documents available from the address specified within this notice with the reference project CA245 (2026) - Earthing Design and Consultancy Services.
Submission
Enquiry deadline
17 September 2025, 12:00pm
Submission type
Requests to participate
Deadline for requests to participate
24 September 2025, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
https://e-sourcingni.bravosolution.co.uk
Tenders or requests to participate must be submitted to the above mentioned address
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Suppliers to be invited to tender
Maximum 6 suppliers
Selection criteria:
As specified within the RTP and/or tender documents available from the address specified within this notice with the reference project CA245 (2026) - Earthing Design and Consultancy Services.
Award decision date (estimated)
13 April 2026
Award criteria
| Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | As specified within the RTP and/or tender documents available from the address specified within this notice with the reference project CA245 (2026) - Earthing Design and Consultancy Services |
Price | 70% |
| Quality | As specified within the RTP and/or tender documents available from the address specified within this notice with the reference project CA245 (2026) - Earthing Design and Consultancy Services |
Quality | 30% |
Other information
Description of risks to contract performance
As specified within the RTP and/or tender documents available from the address specified within this notice with the reference project CA245 (2026) - Earthing Design and Consultancy Services.
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 included within this notice with the reference CA245 (2026) - Earthing Design and Consultancy Services.
Contracting authority
Northern Ireland Electricity Networks Limited
- Companies House: NI026041
120 Malone Road
Belfast
BT9 5HT
United Kingdom
Contact name: Charlotte Mercier
Email: Charlotte.Mercier@nienetworks.co.uk
Website: http://www.nienetworks.co.uk
Organisation type: Private utility
Devolved regulations that apply: Northern Ireland