DFE - Energy Group - Site inspections for the closure of the Non-Domestic RHI Scheme
The contract covers a programme of compliance inspections for all closure-accredited Northern Ireland Non-Domestic Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) installations, commissioned by the Department for the Economy’s Energy Group, which manages energy policy and programmes. The appointed specialist supplier will carry out on-site inspections, assess each installation’s compliance with the RHI closure regulations, collect supporting evidence, and prepare inspection reports in accordance with the specification. The contract value has not been published, and the initial term is not stated; the tender documentation provides for eight optional one-year extension periods. Delivery locations are not specified beyond the requirement to inspect closure-accredited NI Non-Domestic RHI installations. The critical qualification is the ability to provide specialist compliance inspection services for renewable heat installations and demonstrate that inspections, evidence gathering, regulatory assessment, and reporting can be performed to the requirements set out in the Specification Schedule.
Buyer: Department for the Economy (DfE) - Energy Group. Source: Find a Tender. Updated 2 Oct 2026.
Key facts
- Estimated value: £750k
- Bids close: 2 Nov 2026
- Location: Belfast
- Procedure: Open procedure
- Contract period: 1 Dec 2026 to 30 Nov 2028
- Category: Heating equipment (39715200)
From the official notice
The DFE Energy Group seeks to appoint a specialist supplier to undertake a programme of compliance inspections across all closure accredited NI Non-Domestic Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) installations. The supplier will conduct site inspections, assess compliance with RHI closure regulations, collect evidence and produce inspection reports. Suppliers should refer to the Specification Schedule for full detail on the deliverables of this contract.
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Questions about this tender
When is the deadline?
Bids close on 2 Nov 2026.
What is it worth?
The estimated value is £750k.
Who can apply?
The buyer has marked it as suitable for small and medium-sized businesses.
How do I bid?
Open the official notice, register on the buyer's portal and submit your bid before the deadline.
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