Updated Offshore Bedrock Map for the Irish and Celtic Seas

With the growing interest in offshore wind energy around Ireland, there is an increasing demand for a

Updated Offshore Bedrock Map for the Irish and Celtic Seas

Department of the Environment Climate and Communications

## Summary The Department of the Environment, Climate and Communications is procuring an updated offshore bedrock map for the Irish and Celtic Seas. This open procedure requires specialized geological mapping services to support national marine spatial planning and resource management.

## Scope & Deliverables - Production of a high-resolution, updated bedrock geological map covering the Irish and Celtic Seas. - Integration of latest bathymetric and geophysical data to refine subsurface geological models. - Delivery of digital map files and associated technical reports detailing methodology and data sources. - Provision of expert interpretation regarding bedrock distribution and structural geology.

## Key Requirements - Proven experience in marine geological mapping and offshore geoscience. - Expertise in processing and interpreting geophysical data (seismic, magnetotelluric, etc.). - Qualifications in geology, geophysics, or related earth sciences. - Demonstrated capability in producing cartographic outputs compliant with national standards. - Specific eligibility criteria for public sector contracts in Ireland (e.g., tax clearance, social insurance).

## Commercials & Timeline - Estimated value: €100,000.00 - Submission deadline: Wed Aug 06 13:00:00 IST 2025 - Contract duration: Not stated - Framework/DPS: Not stated

## How to Bid - Submission method: Electronic submission via the Public Contracts Notification Service (PCNS) or designated e-procurement portal. - Language: English. - Key documents to prepare: Technical proposal detailing methodology and team CVs; Financial proposal with cost breakdown; Mandatory eligibility documents (DEB1, DEB2, DEB3 forms, tax clearance certificate, social insurance verification).

## Bid Considerations - Suitability: Ideal for specialized geoscience consultancies or academic institutions with strong marine mapping capabilities. - Opportunity: Supports critical national infrastructure planning and renewable energy site assessments in Irish waters. - Risk: High technical complexity requires precise data integration; strict adherence to submission deadlines and format is mandatory to avoid disqualification. - Competition: Open procedure allows any qualified supplier, potentially increasing competitive pressure on pricing and technical merit.

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.

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