Provision of ecology services

LIFE IP Wild Atlantic Nature currently seeks a contractor to provide ecology expertise to the project

Provision of ecology services

Department of Housing Local Government and Heritage

## Summary The Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage is procuring specialized ecology services for the LIFE IP Wild Atlantic Nature project. The contract involves providing ecological expertise, including surveys, data analysis, and stakeholder liaison, to support conservation efforts in Ireland.

## Scope & Deliverables - Conduct detailed ecological surveys and prepare Peatland Restoration Action Plans (RAPs). - Assist in coordinating project vegetation monitoring and perform GIS mapping. - Analyze scientific data, write reports, and prepare work for publication. - Liaise with stakeholders including farmers, farm advisors, NPWS, and other contractors. - Participate in community outreach activities.

## Key Requirements - Eligibility: Open procedure; no reserved participation. - Qualifications: Expertise in ecology, environmental management, and scientific data analysis. - Experience: Proven capability in ecological surveys, vegetation monitoring, and GIS mapping. - Compliance: Must satisfy grounds for exclusion via the European Single Procurement Document (ESPD).

## Commercials & Timeline - Estimated Value: €330,000 (excluding VAT). - Submission Deadline: Friday, 05 June 2026, at 15:00 IST. - Contract Duration: 48 months. - Framework/DPS: Not applicable.

## How to Bid - Submission Method: Via the Irish eTenders portal (https://www.etenders.gov.ie/epps/cft/viewTenders.do?resourceId=7983343). - Languages: English. - Key Documents: Complete the ESPD and prepare technical proposals addressing the scope of ecology services and stakeholder management.

## Bid Considerations - Suitability: Ideal for firms with strong ecological consulting experience and EU-funded project exposure. - Opportunities: Long-term engagement (4 years) with significant environmental impact; potential for repeat business in the sector. - Risks: High requirement for multi-stakeholder coordination (farmers, government, scientists) and rigorous scientific reporting standards. - Funding: Financed by the LIFE Programme, ensuring stability but requiring strict adherence to EU fund regulations.

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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