RFT 05/25DL – RFT for an Architect-led integrated Design Team for the design, construction and fit out of a Veterinary Facility at Atlantic Technological University (ATU), Letterkenny, Co. Donegal

RFT 05/25DL – RFT for an Architect-led integrated Design Team for the design, construction and fit out of a Veterinary Facility at Atlantic Technological University (ATU), Letterkenny, Co. Donegal

Atlantic Technological University

## Summary Atlantic Technological University (ATU) is procuring an architect-led integrated design team for the design, construction, and fit-out of a new Veterinary Facility in Letterkenny, Co. Donegal. This is a restricted procedure tender requiring pre-qualification before final bids are invited.

## Scope & Deliverables - Architect-led integrated design team services. - Full design phase for a Veterinary Facility. - Construction management and delivery. - Interior fit-out works.

## Key Requirements - Eligibility: Open to firms meeting the EU’s minimum selection criteria. - Qualifications: Professional architectural registration and relevant construction experience. - Experience: Proven track record in delivering similar healthcare or educational facility projects. - Procedure: Restricted procedure; bidders must pass the selection stage to submit a final tender.

## Commercials & Timeline - Estimated Value: Not stated. - Submission Deadline: Monday, July 28, 2025, at 12:00 IST. - Contract Duration: Not stated. - Framework/DPS: Not applicable; this is a specific project tender.

## How to Bid - Submission Method: Electronic submission via the Public Contracts Regulation (PCR) portal or the specific tender notice platform (typically eTenders.ie for Irish public sector). - Language: English. - Key Documents: - Expression of Interest (EOI) or pre-qualification documentation. - Financial standing and economic capacity evidence. - Technical capability and past performance references. - Health and Safety plans.

## Bid Considerations - Suitability: Best suited for established architectural firms with strong construction management capabilities and experience in public sector healthcare/education projects. - Opportunities: Opportunity to secure a significant infrastructure project for ATU, enhancing portfolio visibility in the higher education sector. - Risks: Restricted procedure means high risk of disqualification at the pre-qualification stage; failure to meet strict selection criteria results in no further consideration. - Timeline: Tight turnaround from publication (June 25) to deadline (July 28) requires immediate resource allocation and rapid document preparation.

Restricted procedure. A two-stage process: suppliers first complete a selection questionnaire (capacity, experience, financial standing), and only those who qualify are invited to submit a full tender. Plan for the pre-qualification stage well before the tender deadline.

Atlantic Technological University has 79 tender(s) tracked on TenderScout, of which 3 are currently open. On the EU TED record this buyer has awarded 159 contract(s) worth around €50,135,182.

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