Recovery Vehicle Conversion

Dublin Bus invites submissions from suitably qualified contractors for the conversion of a recovery

Recovery Vehicle Conversion

Dublin Bus / Bus Atha Cliath

## Summary Dublin Bus is procuring the conversion of vehicles into recovery units through an open tender procedure. This contract aims to enhance their fleet's capability for vehicle recovery and roadside assistance services.

## Scope & Deliverables - Conversion of existing vehicles into specialized recovery units. - Supply of necessary materials and components for the conversion process. - Execution of engineering works to meet Dublin Bus specifications.

## Key Requirements - Eligibility: Open to all qualified suppliers. - Qualifications: Technical capability in vehicle conversion and engineering. - Certifications: Standard industry certifications for automotive work likely required. - Experience: Proven track record in vehicle modification or similar engineering projects.

## Commercials & Timeline - Estimated value: Not stated - Submission deadline: Wed Aug 06 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 (likely SPeC or similar Irish platform). - Languages: English. - Key documents to prepare: Technical proposal detailing the conversion methodology, commercial offer, and proof of eligibility/qualifications.

## Bid Considerations - Strategic Fit: Suitable for specialized automotive engineering firms or bodybuilders with experience in public transport fleet modifications. - Opportunity: Provides access to a major public-sector client (Dublin Bus), potentially leading to future maintenance or fleet contracts. - Risk: The estimated value is not stated, making budget planning difficult. The short timeline (approx. one month from publication) requires rapid resource mobilization. - Competition: As an open procedure, expect competition from established vehicle conversion specialists and general automotive contractors.

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.

Dublin Bus / Bus Atha Cliath has 17 tender(s) tracked on TenderScout, of which 1 are currently open. On the EU TED record this buyer has awarded 89 contract(s) worth around €64,748,482.

Recent awarded suppliers include Carlyle Bus and Coach, Chief Registrar, Irish Commercials (Sales) Limited, Adtec Aerauto, Rilta Environmental.