Ballast Building, Crescent Quay, Wexford, A PROTECTED STRUCTURE - Reg. No. WBC0120 - Proposed Alterations and Remedial Works

Existing two storey protected structure with extensive conservation repairs, alterations, and remedial

Ballast Building, Crescent Quay, Wexford, A PROTECTED STRUCTURE - Reg. No. WBC0120 - Proposed Alterations and Remedial Works

Wexford County Council

## Summary Wexford County Council is procuring proposed alterations and remedial works for the Ballast Building, a protected structure in Crescent Quay, Wexford. The project focuses on conservation and structural improvements to this heritage site.

## Scope & Deliverables - Proposed alterations to the Ballast Building. - Remedial works required for the protected structure. - Execution of works in compliance with heritage conservation standards.

## Key Requirements - Eligibility for public sector construction contracts in Ireland. - Demonstrated experience in working with protected structures and heritage buildings. - Relevant qualifications in construction, architecture, or conservation. - Specific certifications for working on listed or protected assets may be required.

## Commercials & Timeline - Estimated value: Not stated - Submission deadline: Wed Jul 30 12:00:00 IST 2025 - Contract duration: Not stated - Framework/DPS: Not stated

## How to Bid - Submission method: Electronic submission via the public procurement portal (eTenders). - Language: English. - Key documents to prepare: Technical proposal detailing methodology for protected structure works, financial bid, eligibility documentation, and proof of relevant experience/certifications.

## Bid Considerations - Heritage Expertise: This tender suits contractors with specialized experience in conservation and remedial works for protected structures, rather than general construction firms. - Regulatory Compliance: Bidders must navigate strict heritage regulations; failure to demonstrate appropriate conservation methodology poses a significant risk of disqualification. - Value Uncertainty: As the estimated value is not stated, financial planning and resource allocation require careful risk assessment based on typical rates for similar heritage projects. - Timeline: The submission window is approximately five weeks from publication, requiring prompt mobilization of technical and financial resources.

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.

Wexford County Council has 23 tender(s) tracked on TenderScout, of which 9 are currently open. On the EU TED record this buyer has awarded 52 contract(s) worth around €19,382,349.

Recent awarded suppliers include ABM Contractors Ltd, Wexford County Council, Kilcaven Property Developments Ltd, Irish Biotech Systems, MJS Civil Engineering Ltd.