Northern Ireland Water has launched a general market engagement exercise to identify and engage with suppliers who can deliver concrete repairs and cementitious coatings at four of its water treatment works based across Northern Ireland.

Northern Ireland Water Alpha (NIWA) is seeking to assess the interest, capacity and capability of the market in providing this type of service.
Current estimated start and end contract dates are 1 April 2027 to 31 March 2033
Additional information on the requirement is available from NI Water. Interested suppliers can express interest in the requirement and/or request a copy of the additional information by emailing This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , marked for the attention of Heather Kyle.
The engagement deadline is 12 August 2026 - following expressions of interest, NIWA may hold one-to-one supplier engagement meetings in August / September 2026.
Estimated publication date of of a formal tender notice is currently 21 September 2026. Current estimated start and end contract dates are 1 April 2027 to 31 March 2033
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