UK Public Sector Contracts & Tenders

NIE Networks wishes to appoint suitably qualified and experienced service providers for the Provision of Design Team Services for the following potential types of projects: 1) Permanent buildings to replace a number of local incident centres 2) Refurbishment of a number of NIE’s key operational office buildings 3) Design of a new build replacement office at one of our key operational locations

NIE Networks wishes to appoint an Economic Operator to enter into a framework agreement for the provision of Mobile Telecoms Services to include; The provision of Mobile Telecoms Services will include, but not be limited to; • The provision of mobile ‘airtime’ services (calls, texts, and data) • The provision of mobile Equipment (mobile phones, tablets and data dongles) and accessories (cases, screen protectors, chargers & charging cables). Economic Operators will be required to provide solutions capable of supporting NIE’s mobile services requirements for mobile business calls, mobile business data and the purchase of equipment and accessories. Roaming services will also be required with particular importance to Roaming provision & rates within the Republic of Ireland.

The purpose of this procurement exercise is to award framework agreements for the supply of Informational Signage. This procurement is split into 5 lots. Frameworks will be for a period of five (5) years with the option, exercisable exclusively by NIE Networks, to extend the contract for up to a further three (3) years. The Contracting Entity estimates that the total spend under the Framework, based on current requirements, is anticipated to be between £982,995 and £1,730,001

The purpose of this procurement exercise is to award framework agreements for the supply of hand tools, insulated tools, hardware and Milwaukee power tools. This procurement is split into 5 lots. Frameworks will be for a period of five (5) years with the option, exercisable exclusively by NIE Networks, to extend the contract for up to a further three (3) years. The Contracting Entity estimates that the total spend under the Framework, based on current requirements, is anticipated to be between £3.6 million and £4.4 million.

Ballylumford Substation is a critical transmission node on the network enabling access for conventional generation and the Moyle Interconnector to the Northern Ireland Transmission Grid. The 110kV indoor AIS switchgear located at Ballylumford was manufactured in 1966 and has been highlighted for replacement based on asset condition. This contract is for design, engineering, procurement, delivery, construction, installation, testing and commissioning of a new 110Kv GIS substation. The works will include: • Installation of new 110 kV GIS. • 110 kV cable circuits between new GIS and existing circuit connections. • Associated Substations HV, P&C, Communications, Civil & Structural and HV Cables works • Construction of a building to house the GIS • Remote end protection & control works

NIE Networks wishes to establish framework agreements with suitably qualified and experienced organisations for the Provision of Grounds Maintenance Services for its many sites throughout the province.The maintenance of the grounds and surrounding areas of NIE Networks many sites is vital, not only to reduce interruptions to electricity supply, but to protect the health and safety of employees, contractors and members of the public. It is anticipated that the contract will comprise the following; Perimeter security check, General safety check, Weed Control, Litter removal, Graffiti Removal, Grass Cutting, Hedge and Vegetation Control, Gritting/Salting of Premises as required, Keeping access points clear, and Reporting and Performance Measurement. This list is not exhaustive.

The Contracting Entity intends to establish a Framework Arrangement under which it shall appoint Economic Operators to enter into separate Framework Agreements for the provision of Asbestos Removal and Repair Services. Each Framework Agreement will be for a period of three (3) 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 an additional two periods, of three (3) years and of two (2) years, with a total potential duration of eight (8) years.

The Contracting Entity intends to establish a Framework Arrangement under which it shall appoint Economic Operators to enter into separate Framework Agreements for the provision of Asbestos Removal and Repair Services. Each Framework Agreement will be for a period of three (3) 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 additional two periods, of three (3) years and one of two(2) years, with a total potential duration of eight (8) years.

Provision of Environmental Consultancy for Major Transmission and Distribution Projects. Lot 1 - Pre-Construction Stage, Lot 2 Construction Stage. Please refer to the Scope of Services for further information.

The S1193 (2024) contract will facilitate NIE Networks’ internal work requirements associated with the provision of IBM Maximo Licenses and Support.

NIE Networks wishes to establish framework panels of suitably qualified and experienced service providers who can provide resources for the following areas: Lot 1 - Data Specialists - Provision of data development resources to assist the inhouse Data Team in the analysis and reporting of business data. Lot 2 - Architecture Specialists - Provision of technical architect resources to assist the inhouse IT Team in the delivery of the RP7 programme of work. The resulting framework panels will be for provision of professional service provision. In order to meet all of the business needs, NIE Networks wishes to appoint suitably qualified and experienced Data & Architecture Specialists (under separate Framework Panels for each Lot, with the individual successful bidders each signing up to a Framework Agreement), to provide services by working closely with the IT Team.

The Contracting Entity intends to establish a Framework Arrangement under which it shall appoint Economic Operators to enter into separate Framework Agreements for the provision of Technical Resource Augmentation across a number of separate lots. Each Framework Agreement will be for a period of three (3) 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 two (2) optional period of up to four (4) years, with a total potential duration of seven (7) years.

The S1133 (2024) contract will facilitate NIE Networks’ internal work requirements associated with the provision of Cable Jointing Services, Replacement of Compound Filled Service Cut-outs and Loop Service Replacement.

Provision of Fuel for Fleet and Bulk Fuel Storage Services.

The Contract Entity intends to establish a Framework Arrangement under which it shall appoint Economic Operators to enter into separate Framework Agreement for the provision of Programme and Project Services Resource Augmentation across a number of separate lots. Each framework will be for a period of three(3) years with an option, exercisable entirely at the discretion of the Contracting entity of up to four(4) years, with a total potential duration of seven (7) years.

NIE Networks has a requirement for the provision of Construction, Refurbishment & Restringing of Transmission Overhead Lines (Framework Agreement). The works required under this Framework Agreement will be carried out on 33kV (tower lines only), 110kV and 275kV steel and woodpole structures and will include asset replacement, refurbishment, uprate and new build type works as well as facilitating fault & emergency works (Works). The Works are divided into 2 Lots and will include but not be limited to the following: Lot 1: Transmission Rolling Programme Works including but not limited: i) Refurbishment of 275kV steel tower overhead lines; ii) Refurbishment of 110kV steel tower overhead lines (single and dual circuit); iii) Refurbishment of 110kV wood pole overhead lines iv) Transmission wood pole replacement; v) Refurbishment of 33kV steel tower overhead lines (single and dual circuit); vi) Provision of day rate resources; and vii) Fault & emergency works. Lot 2: Projects can include but not limited to the following: i) New build works on single and dual circuits operating at 33,110 & 275kV voltages; ii) Asset replacement works on single and dual circuits operating at 33,110 & 275kV voltages; iii) Uprate works on single and dual circuits operating at 33,110 & 275kV voltages; iv) Provision of day rate resources; and v) Fault & emergency works. The purpose of this Procurement is to identify and assess potential contractors with a view to awarding Framework Agreements to provide transmission overhead line Works throughout Northern Ireland.

The Contract Entity intends to establish a Framework Arrangement under which it shall appoint Economic Operators to enter into separate Framework Agreement for the supply of Cable Ties and Printed Cable Ties across a number of separate lots. Each framework will be for a period of five (5) years with an option, exercisable entirely at the discretion of the Contracting entity of up to three(3) years, with a total potential duration of eight (8) years.

NIE Networks intends, following the process outlined in the Invitation to Tender, to award a number of Framework Agreements to the most economically advantageous Economic Operators for the provision of the Services, across a number of Lots as detailed below. Lot 1 – ArcGIS Development Partners This Lot is concerned with the engagement of Economic Operators who can deliver fixed price or time and materials (T&M) ArcGIS development projects in response to NIE Networks’ Description of Services. It is anticipated that the five most economically advantageous Economic Operators will be awarded a place on the framework and enter into Framework Agreements for this Lot. 5.3. Lot 2 – Maximo Development Partners This Lot is concerned with the engagement of Economic Operators who can deliver fixed price or time and materials (T&M) Maximo development projects in response to NIE Networks’ Description of Services. It is anticipated that the five most economically advantageous Economic Operators will be awarded a place on the framework and enter into Framework Agreements for this Lot. Lot 3 – Agile Project Delivery Partners This Lot is concerned with the engagement of Economic Operators who can bring together Agile teams to deliver outputs on a fixed price or time and materials (T&M) basis in response to NIE Networks Description of Services. It is anticipated that the five most economically advantageous Economic Operators will be awarded a place on the framework and enter into Framework Agreements for this Lot. Lot 4 – Change Project Delivery Partners This Lot is concerned with the engagement of Economic Operators with extensive Systems Integration experience who can deliver fixed price or time and materials (T&M) development projects in response to NIE Networks’ Description of Services. It is anticipated that the five most economically advantageous Economic Operators will be awarded a place on the framework and enter into Framework Agreements for this Lot.

Northern Ireland Electricity Networks Limited (NIE Networks) has a requirement to maintain a safe and roadworthy fleet. As part of this obligation it is necessary to carry out timely and proper repairs to vehicles that have been damaged as a result of accident. It is intended that the majority of this contract therefore will consist of carrying out accident and body repairs to vehicles at a time and to a specification agreed between the vehicle supplier and NIE Networks, and also to carry out end of contract reconditioning work as agreed between the fleet supplier and NIE Networks. All vehicle damage repair works carried out will form part of the overall Framework Agreement. Following completion of the procurement process, NIE Networks wishes to establish a framework agreement with a suitably qualified and experienced service provider for this requirement. A framework agreement for all Services will be directly awarded to the first placed tenderer submitting the Most Economically Advantageous Tender (MEAT) for this requirement. The framework agreement will be established for a period of three years with an option (exercisable entirely at NIE Networks sole discretion) to extend for a further period of up to two years – potentially five (5) years in total. With an estimated spend of up to £500k over the 5 year period.

The Works will include but not limited to the following: Transmission Towers NIE Networks’ transmission overhead line network operates at 275kV and 110kV. Works associated with the painting of transmission towers include: • Cleaning and preparation of steelwork tower members • Application of Primer • Application of Top Coat Distribution Towers NIE Networks’ distribution overhead line network operates at 33kV, 11kV and LV. Works associated with the painting of 33kV transmission towers include: • Cleaning and preparation of steelwork tower members • Application of Primer • Application of Top Coat