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C150 (2027) Preliminary Market Engagement for the Supply of 110/33 kV Power and 275/110/22 kV Auto Transformers.

Northern Ireland Electricity Networks Limited

Planned

Key facts

Closing date
Not stated by the buyer
Buyer's estimated value
£63,000,000 (excl. VAT) The buyer's own estimate, not income to you. For a framework this usually covers the whole agreement, not a single contract.
Contract period
29 Feb 2028 to 28 Feb 2033
Procedure
Not stated
Notice type
Preliminary market engagement notice (UK2)
Arrangement
Framework agreement

Decision brief

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How bids will be scored
Not stated in the notice.
Conditions of participation (what you must show)
None published in the notice. They may be in the tender documents.
Contract length and extensions
29 Feb 2028 to 28 Feb 2033.
How to submit
Not stated in the notice.
Tender documents
No document links in the notice. Use the official notice link.
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Framework
An agreement that sets terms for work the buyer may order later, often from several suppliers. The value shown usually covers the whole agreement, not one job.
Open for bids / closing date
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Clarification questions
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Conditions of participation
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Bids are scored on
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Lots
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Area (ITL)
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UK4 and other notice codes
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Description

NIE Networks intends to establish a Framework Arrangement and appoint up to one supplier plus a reserve to enter into separate Framework Agreements for the Supply of Power and Auto Transformers. The requirement is for Power and Auto Transformers used within the NIE Networks’ transmission network. 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. It is envisaged that this will be a multi lot procurement exercise consisting of the following lots: Lot 1 Supply of 110/33 kV Power Transformers Lot 2 Supply of 275/110/22 kV Auto-transformers NIE Networks estimates that the total spend under framework agreements could be up to £63 million for all lots over the total potential eight-year duration. Therefore, NIE Networks is conducting a Preliminary Market Engagement (PME) supplier information event to gather insights from the market before initiating a procurement process for Contract C150 (2027) for the Supply of 110/33 kV Power and 275/110/22 kV Auto Transformers This engagement aims to assess the market's interest and capabilities in delivering Contract C150 (2027), identify potential solutions and develop an effective procurement strategy. This PME supplier information event is open to suppliers and is intended to be a collaborative effort to ensure a robust and successful procurement process.