The provision of a national in-fill survey of gravity measurements

The acquisition of ca. 2,000 field gravity measurements, to infill data gaps in the national gravity dataset.

The provision of a national in-fill survey of gravity measurements

Department of Climate Energy and the Environment

## Summary The Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment is procuring approximately 2,000 field gravity measurements to fill data gaps in Ireland’s national gravity dataset. This service contract requires merging new data with the existing DIAS regional dataset across eight identified zones.

## Scope & Deliverables - Acquisition of ~2,000 field gravity measurements across 8 specific zones in Ireland. - Merging and leveling new measurements to the existing 'DIAS' regional dataset. - Undertaking repeated measurements of existing DIAS regional values (minimum 2 per zone). - Performance location: Anywhere in Ireland.

## Key Requirements - Eligibility: Standard open procedure under Directive 2014/24/EU; no reserved participation. - Documentation: European Single Procurement Document (ESPD) required for exclusion/selection criteria. - Specifics: Detailed technical qualifications and experience requirements are located in the procurement documents, not the summary notice. - Compliance: Must adhere to GPA standards; no strategic procurement aims.

## Commercials & Timeline - Estimated Value: €250,000 (excluding VAT). - Contract Duration: 28 months. - Submission Deadline: 03 June 2026 at 12:00 IST. - Tender Validity: 6 months. - Framework/DPS: None.

## How to Bid - Submission Method: Electronic submission via the Irish eTenders portal. - Language: English. - Key Documents: Prepare technical and financial proposals as per the procurement documents available at the provided link. - Additional Info: Requests for information must be submitted by 20 May 2026.

## Bid Considerations - Geospatial Expertise: Suits firms with specialized geophysics capabilities and experience in gravity surveying and data leveling. - Logistical Scope: Requires mobilization across 8 distinct zones nationwide; assess travel and site access logistics carefully. - Timeline Pressure: Short preparation window (approx. 5 weeks from publication to deadline); early document download is critical. - Competition: Open procedure allows international bidders (GPA covered), potentially increasing competitive intensity.

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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