JK 01/26 - Midlands Trail Network - Wayfinding and Interpretation

The supplies comprise of supply of Wayfinding and Interpretation for the Midlands Trail Network Project

JK 01/26 - Midlands Trail Network - Wayfinding and Interpretation

Bord na Móna PLC

## Summary Bord na Móna PLC is procuring wayfinding and interpretation services for the Midlands Trail Network Project in Ireland. The contract involves supplying interpretative lecterns, signage, and thematic elements across the trail network.

## Scope & Deliverables * Supply of wayfinding, interpretative, and thematic elements * Prototyping, fabrication, art working, and supply of signs * Exterior-grade panels with anti-graffiti and UV-stable finishes * Mild steel structures and tamper-resistant fixings for all signage * Bilingual artwork and translation certification * Delivery of fabricated items to Bord na Móna workshop in Derrygreenagh Co. Offaly

## Key Requirements * Eligibility: Not stated * Qualifications: + Experience with similar projects + Ability to meet technical requirements (e.g. exterior composite/coated substrates, UV fast inks) + Compliance with EU JTF Communications & Visibility Guidelines * Certifications: Not stated * Experience: Not stated

## Commercials & Timeline * Estimated value: €250,000 excluding VAT * Submission deadline: Mon Jun 15 12:00:00 IST 2026 * Contract duration: 12 months * Framework/DPS: No framework agreement or Dynamic Purchasing System

## How to Bid * Submission method: Electronic submission via etenders.gov.ie * Languages: English * Key documents to prepare: + Tender document (RFT) + Pricing schedule + Artwork and translation certification

## Bid Considerations * This contract may suit companies with experience in wayfinding and interpretation services, particularly those familiar with similar projects in Ireland. * Opportunities for continuous improvement and innovation are encouraged by the Contracting Entity. * Risks include meeting technical requirements, ensuring compliance with EU regulations, and managing environmental impact.

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 na Móna PLC has 8 tender(s) tracked on TenderScout, of which 1 are currently open. On the EU TED record this buyer has awarded 27 contract(s) worth around €661,278.

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