Athletic Union League Football / Soccer Pitches Construction

The MetroLink programme represents a transformative infrastructure investment that necessitates

Athletic Union League Football / Soccer Pitches Construction

Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII)

## Summary Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) is procuring the construction of replacement Athletic Union League football pitches to mitigate displacement caused by the MetroLink infrastructure project. The contract involves building two full-size soccer pitches and associated clubhouse and civil infrastructure in Dublin.

## Scope & Deliverables - Construction of one full-size all-weather synthetic pitch and one full-size dual 7-a-side sand-based pitch. - Installation of pitch lighting, fencing, ballstop netting, dugouts, and goal posts. - Civil works including drainage infrastructure (SuDS swales, permeable footpaths), wastewater treatment, and potable water systems. - Building works for a clubhouse, generator slab, and pedestrian access. - Provision of a lump sum Bill of Quantities.

## Key Requirements - Eligibility: Open procedure; participation is not reserved. - Contract Framework: Public Works Contract for Minor Building and Civil Engineering Works Designed by the Employer (PW-CF5). - Evaluation: Awarded based on the Most Economically Advantageous Tender (MEAT) criteria. - Compliance: Must meet governing body standards for safety, durability, and performance. - Exclusion Criteria: As per Procurement Documents (grounds for exclusion available in tender docs).

## Commercials & Timeline - Estimated Value: €2,900,000 (excluding VAT). - Submission Deadline: 06/05/2026 12:00 IST (Note: TED notice lists Jun 10, but tender docs specify May 6; verify with TII). - Contract Duration: 17 Months. - Tender Validity: 180 Days. - Framework/DPS: None.

## How to Bid - Submission Method: Electronic submission via the eTenders platform is required. - Languages: English. - Key Documents: Prepare tender in accordance with PW-CF5 terms and the Bill of Quantities. Access procurement documents via the provided eTenders link. - Contact: Metrolinkesourcing@tii.ie for further information.

## Bid Considerations - Suitability: Ideal for contractors experienced in sports facility construction and civil engineering (drainage, utilities) within Dublin. - Opportunity: High-value contract (€2.9m) supporting a major national infrastructure project (MetroLink), offering potential for quality work and community impact. - Risk: Complex scope involving both specialized sports surfaces and heavy civil works; strict adherence to PW-CF5 contract terms is critical. - Administrative: Ensure clarification on the conflicting submission deadline (May 6 vs. June 10) with TII immediately to avoid disqualification.

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.

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