MetroLink, Dublin – M120 Heavy Civils Enabling Works Framework Agreement

The M120 Heavy Civils Enabling Works Framework Agreement (the M120 Framework) will provide

MetroLink, Dublin – M120 Heavy Civils Enabling Works Framework Agreement

Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII)

## Summary Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) is procuring a multi-party framework agreement for heavy civils enabling works to support the MetroLink Dublin programme. The contract covers site preparation, earthworks, and structural construction, split into two lots based on call-off contract value.

## Scope & Deliverables - Site setup, hoarding, logistics, and welfare management. - Utilities diversions, site clearance, and ground investigations. - Bulk earth/rock excavation and dewatering. - Construction of viaducts, bridges, retaining walls, diaphragm/contiguous piling, and underground/above-ground reinforced concrete structures. - Structural, civil, and engineering design roles (PSDP/PSCS). - Monitoring of settlement and ground movement.

## Key Requirements - Applicants must apply for only one lot (Lot 1 or Lot 2). - Selection criteria include financial/economic standing, technical capability, and relevant experience. - Maximum of three tenderers will be appointed per lot. - Shortlisting process involves a Pre-Qualification Questionnaire (PQQ); up to five applicants per lot may be shortlisted.

## Commercials & Timeline - Estimated Value: €1.2 billion (total framework); Lot 1 call-offs ≥€50m; Lot 2 call-offs <€50m. - Submission Deadline: Mon Jul 13 14:00:00 IST 2026. - Contract Duration: 8 Years. - Framework Type: Multi-party Framework Agreement with reopening of competition.

## How to Bid - Submission Method: Via https://metrolink.app.jaggaer.com/. - Language: English. - Key Documents: Prepare responses for the PQQ (Selection Stage) and subsequent Tender Stage documentation.

## Bid Considerations - Strategic Fit: Suitable for large civil engineering contractors with capacity for complex groundworks and structural design. - Opportunity: Access to long-term (8-year) pipeline of MetroLink enabling works; successful bidders are not precluded from other MetroLink packages. - Risk: High competition for shortlisting (max 3 awards per lot); strict adherence to two-stage selection process required. - Legal Context: Governed by EU Utilities Directive 2014/25/EU; disputes subject to High Court of Ireland review.

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