Expressway Ticketing Equipment Maintenance and Support

The Contracting Authority proposes to award a Contract for the provision of hardware maintenance,

Expressway Ticketing Equipment Maintenance and Support

Bus Eireann/Irish Bus

## Summary Bus Eireann/Irish Bus is procuring maintenance and support services for expressway ticketing equipment. The contract utilizes a negotiated procedure with a prior call for competition to select a supplier for this technical support.

## Scope & Deliverables - Maintenance of expressway ticketing hardware and software systems. - Technical support and troubleshooting for ticketing infrastructure. - Ensuring operational continuity and reliability of ticketing equipment across the network.

## Key Requirements - Eligibility criteria are not explicitly detailed in the provided data. - Qualifications, certifications, and specific experience requirements are not stated. - Bidders must comply with the negotiated procedure rules for public procurement in Ireland.

## Commercials & Timeline - Estimated value: €300,000.00 - Submission deadline: Thursday, August 14, 2025, at 16:00 IST - Contract duration: Not stated - Framework/DPS: Not stated

## How to Bid - Submission method: Not stated (typically via the Irish Public Procurement Database or specified portal). - Languages: Not stated (likely English). - Key documents to prepare: Not stated (standard tender documents, technical proposals, and financial bids are typically required).

## Bid Considerations - Suitability: This tender suits established suppliers with specific expertise in public transport ticketing systems and maintenance capabilities. - Opportunity: Provides a chance to secure a long-term service contract with a major national transport operator, potentially leading to recurring revenue. - Risk: The "negotiated" procedure implies a competitive dialogue or negotiation phase, which may involve significant resource investment without guarantee of award. - Timeline: The submission window is tight (approx. 3 weeks from publication), requiring rapid mobilization of technical and commercial teams.

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