Call for Tender for the Provision of Fish Filleting and Preparation Skills Training

BIM wishes to invite tenders for Provision of Fish Filleting and Preparation Skills Training. The primary

Call for Tender for the Provision of Fish Filleting and Preparation Skills Training

Bord Iascaigh Mhara - Irish Sea Fisheries Board ( BIM )

## Summary Bord Iascaigh Mhara (BIM) is procuring specialized skills training focused on fish filleting and preparation techniques. This open tender targets providers capable of delivering practical and theoretical instruction to enhance industry competency.

## Scope & Deliverables - Design and deliver comprehensive training modules on fish filleting and preparation. - Provide practical, hands-on instruction for participants. - Ensure curriculum aligns with industry standards and BIM requirements. - Deliver qualified trainers and necessary instructional materials.

## Key Requirements - Eligibility: Open to any qualified training provider meeting EU public procurement rules. - Qualifications: Demonstrated expertise in fisheries training or culinary arts with a focus on seafood processing. - Experience: Proven track record in delivering similar vocational or technical training programs. - Certifications: Relevant accreditation for training delivery and health & safety compliance.

## Commercials & Timeline - Estimated value: €150,000.00 - Submission deadline: 12:00 IST, Tuesday, August 12, 2025 - Contract duration: Not stated - Framework/DPS: Not stated

## How to Bid - Submission method: Electronic submission via the specified tender portal (details in full documentation). - Languages: English. - Key documents to prepare: Technical proposal detailing methodology and trainer profiles; financial proposal with cost breakdown; proof of eligibility and relevant certifications.

## Bid Considerations - Target Audience: Suits specialized vocational training providers, culinary institutes, or fisheries industry associations with strong pedagogical capabilities. - Opportunity: High visibility within the Irish fisheries sector; potential for long-term partnership with a state agency if performance is strong. - Risk: Strict adherence to technical specifications is critical; failure to demonstrate specific industry-relevant experience may lead to disqualification. - Timeline: Tight preparation window (approx. 3 weeks from publication); requires immediate 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.

Bord Iascaigh Mhara - Irish Sea Fisheries Board ( BIM ) has 13 tender(s) tracked on TenderScout, of which 1 are currently open. On the EU TED record this buyer has awarded 57 contract(s) worth around €12,643,823.

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