NI Water is government-owned and regulated by the Utility Regulator Northern Ireland under the PC21 programme (equivalent of AMP). Procurement is through eSourcing NI, not Find a Tender. Major investment programme addressing Victorian infrastructure and water quality.
£3bn
AMP8 Investment
1.9 million people
Customers Served
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PR24 Status: PC21 — regulated by Utility Regulator NI (not Ofwat)
Key Facts
Government-owned — NI Executive, regulated by Utility Regulator NI
Serves 1.9 million people across Northern Ireland
PC21 (Price Control 21) — Northern Ireland's equivalent of England's AMP system
Procurement through eSourcing NI — separate from Find a Tender
Major legacy infrastructure deficit requiring sustained investment
PC21 Extension — £693m Revenue Cap Consultation (Jun 2026) — Utility Regulator has opened consultation on NI Water's allowed revenue for 2027/28 as a one-year PC21 extension, proposing £693m in funding ahead of the PC27 price control (from 2028). Consultation closes 24 July 2026. Final decision expected August 2026.
AMP8 Investment Programme — Key Priorities
Capital investment in ageing Victorian water and wastewater infrastructure
Water treatment compliance — chemicals, new treatment technology
Wastewater treatment upgrades — EU Urban Wastewater Treatment Directive compliance
Network resilience — leakage reduction
Water quality improvement programmes
Confirmed Framework Appointments
Water Treatment Chemicals £6m+ multiple lots (Brenntag UK, Central Chemical Supplies, Chemviron, Wilson Salt — 2024)
Civil and infrastructure frameworks
Professional services frameworks
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How to Find NI Water Tenders
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Supply Chain Route Map
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