The provision of suitable sites for adventure trips for CMETB students. Whether day trips, one over night or two over nights including weekends.

The Contracting Authority proposes to engage in a competitive process for the establishment of a panel

CMETB Adventure Trip Sites Panel

📋 Key Information

• - 💰 Contract Value: Not specified
• - 📅 Duration: Panel system (ongoing)
• - 📍 Location: Suitable for CMETB student groups (Cavan and Monaghan regions and beyond)
• - 🏢 Authority: Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board (CMETB)
• - 📝 Category: Recreational, Cultural and Sporting Services

📖 Overview

Educational Adventure Tourism Panel - CMETB is establishing a panel of suitable adventure trip sites to support student educational experiences through day trips, overnight adventures, and weekend programmes.

Educational Context: - Student adventure trips for educational and recreational purposes - Flexible trip durations to meet varied educational objectives - School and centre-specific requirements accommodation - Integration with educational curriculum and learning outcomes

🎯 Business Opportunities

Adventure Education Services: - Day Trip Venues: Adventure activities and educational experiences - Overnight Facilities: Student accommodation for extended programs - Weekend Programmes: Multi-day educational and recreational experiences - Outdoor Education Centers: Specialized adventure and learning facilities - Cultural and Heritage Sites: Educational visits combined with adventure activities

Target Market: - CMETB schools and educational centers - Student groups from Cavan and Monaghan regions - Educational tourism and outdoor learning sector - Youth development and experiential learning programs

✅ Requirements & Eligibility

Facility Requirements: - Suitable adventure activity sites and equipment - Student group accommodation for overnight/weekend trips - Safety standards and emergency procedures - Age-appropriate activities and supervision capabilities - Educational value integration with adventure experiences

Service Standards: - Professional activity instruction and supervision - Comprehensive safety protocols and risk management - Student welfare and pastoral care capabilities - Emergency response and medical support - Insurance and liability coverage for student groups

Quality Assurance: - Educational objectives alignment - Professional staff qualifications and training - Facility safety certifications and regular inspections - Student feedback and continuous improvement systems

⚠️ Important Considerations

• - Educational Integration: Activities must support learning objectives alongside adventure experiences
• - Safety Priority: Comprehensive safety protocols essential for student protection
• - Flexible Requirements: Must accommodate varying trip durations and group needs
• - Professional Standards: High standards expected for educational sector partnerships
• - Seasonal Availability: Consider weather and seasonal constraints on adventure activities

🚀 Recommended Actions

1. Educational Planning: Develop clear educational outcomes for adventure experiences 2. Safety Certification: Ensure all activity and facility safety certifications are current 3. Staff Training: Verify instructor qualifications and student supervision capabilities 4. Insurance Review: Confirm comprehensive coverage for educational adventure tourism 5. Facility Assessment: Evaluate suitability for different age groups and trip durations 6. Panel Application: Submit detailed information on facilities, activities, and educational value proposition

Open procedure. Any interested supplier may submit a tender. There is no shortlisting stage — all compliant bids received by the deadline are evaluated against the published award criteria. It is the most common route for Irish public contracts and is open to SMEs and new entrants.

Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board has 30 tender(s) tracked on TenderScout, of which 6 are currently open. On the EU TED record this buyer has awarded 36 contract(s) worth around €13,507,447.

Recent awarded suppliers include Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board, Clearpower Limited, Staffline Recruitment (ROI) Ltd, Carlingford Adventure Centre, KMS Joinery LTD.