9420 Provision of Forklifts and Other Materials Handling Equipment (MHE) – Lease and Maintenance Services

Iarnród Éireann intends to procure a suitably qualified service provider for the provision, lease and

9420 Provision of Forklifts and Other Materials Handling Equipment (MHE) – Lease and Maintenance Services

Iarnród Eireann-Irish Rail

## Summary Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) is procuring the lease, supply, and maintenance of forklifts and materials handling equipment (MHE) for nationwide operations. The contract utilizes a negotiated procedure with prior publication, requiring providers to deliver new equipment, maintenance, and infrastructure support.

## Scope & Deliverables - Supply of new forklifts and MHE under lease arrangements. - Planned and unplanned maintenance services. - Breakdown support and battery/charging infrastructure provision. - Associated contract management services across multiple Irish locations.

## Key Requirements - Eligibility: Must meet selection criteria detailed in the Procurement Document. - Qualifications: Suitably qualified service provider for MHE lease and maintenance. - Compliance: Adherence to the Clean Vehicles Directive (CVD) and social objectives. - Financial: Proof of financial standing as per procurement documents.

## Commercials & Timeline - Estimated Value: €3,700,000 (excluding VAT). - Submission Deadline: Friday, 12 June 2026, at 12:00 IST. - Contract Duration: 7 years, with a maximum of 2 renewals. - Framework/DPS: No framework agreement or Dynamic Purchasing System.

## How to Bid - Submission Method: Electronic submission via the eTenders portal. - Language: English. - Key Documents: Complete the Pre-Qualification Questionnaire (PQQ) and submit via the provided link. - Deadline for Queries: 2 June 2026, 12:00 IST.

## Bid Considerations - Suitability: Ideal for established MHE leasing and maintenance firms with nationwide coverage capabilities. - Opportunity: Significant long-term revenue stream (7 years + renewals) with a €3.7m value. - Risk: Competitive negotiation process requires strong technical and commercial positioning; strict adherence to CVD requirements is mandatory. - Complexity: Requires managing logistics across multiple locations and providing both asset supply and service maintenance.

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