Invasive Species Eradication

Clearance of Rhododendron ponticum, Chilean Myrtle (Luma apiculata), Himalayan Honeysuckle

Invasive Species Eradication

Department of Housing Local Government and Heritage

## Summary The Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage is procuring invasive species eradication services. This open procedure seeks contractors to manage and remove invasive plant species for public land management.

## Scope & Deliverables - Execution of invasive species eradication works as specified in the tender documents. - Site management and monitoring to ensure effective removal. - Compliance with environmental and safety regulations during operations.

## Key Requirements - Eligibility: Open to all qualified economic operators. - Qualifications: Specific professional qualifications or certifications are not explicitly detailed in the provided data; bidders must refer to the full tender documentation for technical criteria. - Experience: Relevant experience in invasive species control is implied by the nature of the scope.

## Commercials & Timeline - Estimated value: €70,000.00 - Submission deadline: Thursday, July 31, 2025, at 12:00 IST - Contract duration: Not stated - Framework/DPS: Not stated

## How to Bid - Submission method: Electronic submission via the public procurement portal (eTenders Ireland) is standard for this authority, though specific instructions are in the tender documents. - Languages: English - Key documents to prepare: Tender return form, technical proposal, financial offer, and proof of eligibility.

## Bid Considerations - Suitability: Ideal for small to medium-sized environmental contractors with niche expertise in invasive species management. - Opportunities: Low barrier to entry due to modest contract value; potential for long-term relationship with a key government department. - Risks: Tight timeline (21 days from publication to submission) requires rapid mobilization. Strict compliance with public procurement regulations is mandatory to avoid disqualification. - Competition: Open procedure implies potential for multiple bidders; price competitiveness will be critical.

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.

Department of Housing Local Government and Heritage has 54 tender(s) tracked on TenderScout, of which 16 are currently open. On the EU TED record this buyer has awarded 150 contract(s) worth around €36,581,287.

Recent awarded suppliers include FORUM Connemara Ltd_103060, G Russell plant hire Ltd, IDEEA GLOBAL LIMITED, Carrig Conservation International Ltd, Andrew Power.