Department of Transport
## Summary The Department of Transport is procuring technical marine consultancy services to provide technical supervision for the build and delivery of Irish Coast Guard (IRCG) Search and Rescue vessels. This open tender targets specialized firms capable of overseeing complex maritime construction projects.
## Scope & Deliverables - Provide technical supervision during the construction phase of new IRCG Search and Rescue vessels. - Monitor vessel build progress to ensure compliance with technical specifications and quality standards. - Oversee the delivery process, ensuring vessels meet operational readiness criteria for the Irish Coast Guard.
## Key Requirements - Eligibility: Open to all qualified bidders; no specific legal entity restrictions stated. - Qualifications: Specialized expertise in marine engineering, naval architecture, or shipbuilding supervision. - Experience: Proven track record in supervising the construction and delivery of specialized maritime vessels, particularly for public sector or defense clients. - Certifications: Relevant professional engineering or maritime certifications may be required to demonstrate technical competence.
## Commercials & Timeline - Estimated value: €200,000.00 - Submission deadline: Fri Aug 15 15:00:00 IST 2025 - Contract duration: Not stated - Framework/DPS: Not stated
## How to Bid - Submission method: Electronic submission via the public procurement portal (eTenders Ireland). - Languages: English. - Key documents to prepare: Technical proposal detailing methodology and team expertise; financial proposal; completed tender forms; evidence of eligibility and relevant past performance.
## Bid Considerations - Target Audience: This opportunity suits established marine engineering consultancies or shipbuilding firms with specific experience in government vessel projects. - Opportunity: Provides a chance to secure a high-profile role in national maritime infrastructure, potentially leading to follow-on contracts for vessel maintenance or future builds. - Risk: The scope is narrowly defined to supervision only; bidders must ensure their pricing accurately reflects the intensity of on-site oversight required without assuming construction liabilities. - Timeline: The window between publication (Jun 27) and submission (Aug 15) is approximately seven weeks, requiring efficient resource allocation for proposal development.
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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