TENDER FOR SONI085 DS3 GATE 15
TENDER FOR SONI085 DS3 GATE 15 – NORTHERN IRELAND
Reference
SONI/2026/005
Description
The procurement process is part of a structured process to aid SONI Limited (“SONI”) in the selection of companies for inclusion on the Qualification System for the provision of DS3 System Services and the award of contracts subject to approval of the Regulatory Authorities Northern Ireland Electricity Networks (NIEN) and Commission for Regulation of Utilities (CRU).
DS3 services are essential for maintaining the stability and security of the electricity grid in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. This tender seeks qualified providers capable of delivering these critical system services.
Total value (estimated)
- £45,367,945.76 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 October 2026 to 30 September 2030
- 4 years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 65310000 – Electricity distribution services
- 65311000 – Electricity transmission services
Contract locations
- UK – United Kingdom
Lots
Lot 1. DS3 System Services
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Tender submission deadline
17 July 2026, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Please submit via the SONI Ltd e-procurement portal.
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Quality | Quality | 60% |
| Price | Price | 40% |
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Contracting authority
SONI Ltd
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PVWZ-3216-PVQL
SONI Ltd
Belfast
BT1 4GS
United Kingdom
Email: procurement@soni.ltd.uk
Region: UKN06 – Belfast