Invitation to Tender for a Single Party Framework Agreement for Commercial Services in Relation to the Delivery of the Company's Corporate Plan

Invitation to Tender for a Single Party Framework Agreement for Commercial Services in Relation to the Delivery of the Company's Corporate Plan

Port of Cork Company

## Summary Port of Cork Company is procuring commercial services to support the delivery of its Corporate Plan via a single-party framework agreement. This negotiated procedure seeks a specialist partner to assist with strategic corporate planning initiatives.

## Scope & Deliverables - Provision of commercial consultancy services aligned with the Company’s Corporate Plan objectives. - Strategic advice and implementation support for corporate governance and operational efficiency. - Ongoing advisory role throughout the contract period to ensure alignment with evolving corporate goals.

## Key Requirements - Eligibility: Open to economic operators meeting standard EU public procurement criteria. - Qualifications: Demonstrated expertise in corporate strategy, commercial management, or organizational development. - Experience: Proven track record in delivering similar strategic frameworks for public or large private sector entities. - Certifications: Standard compliance with relevant professional standards and regulatory requirements.

## Commercials & Timeline - Estimated value: €500,000.00 - Submission deadline: 30 September 2025, 17:00 IST - Contract duration: Not stated - Framework/DPS: Single-party framework agreement

## How to Bid - Submission method: Electronic submission via the specified tender portal (details in full tender documents). - Languages: English. - Key documents to prepare: - Completed tender submission form. - Technical proposal detailing approach and methodology. - Financial proposal with pricing schedule. - Proof of eligibility and relevant experience/certifications. - Signed declaration of non-exclusion grounds.

## Bid Considerations - Strategic Fit: Ideal for consultancies with strong public-sector experience and expertise in corporate strategy or commercial transformation. - Opportunity: Secures a long-term relationship with a major Irish infrastructure entity, offering visibility into high-level decision-making. - Risk: Single-party framework implies high performance expectations and limited flexibility; failure to meet strategic KPIs could impact future business. - Complexity: Negotiated procedure requires careful preparation to distinguish technical proposals during the evaluation phase.

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