No. 6 Harcourt Street - Conradh na Gaeilge - Phase 3B - Construction of extension shell and core

Phase 3b: Shell and Core Construction of a New Four­Storey over Two­Storey Basement Structure:

No. 6 Harcourt Street - Conradh na Gaeilge - Phase 3B - Construction of extension shell and core

Office of Public Works (OPW)

## Summary The Office of Public Works (OPW) is procuring the shell and core construction for a new four-storey extension with a two-storey basement at No. 6 Harcourt Street, Dublin. The project involves structural works, external finishes, and restoration of a protected structure for Conradh na Gaeilge.

## Scope & Deliverables - Construction of a 716 m² weather-tight rear extension (four-storey over two-storey basement). - Installation of lift and stair cores, primary/secondary steel, masonry, glazing, and external finishes. - Construction of an atrium space with a glazed roof and connecting walkways linking the new extension to the protected structure. - Restoration of basement walls and floor, including new floor slab, drainage, and waterproofing detailing. - Exclusion of M and E service installations.

## Key Requirements - Eligibility criteria are detailed in the Procurement Document. - As a Restricted procedure, only shortlisted candidates (5–8 invited) will proceed to the second stage. - Bidders must meet standard exclusion grounds outlined in the procurement documents. - Specific technical qualifications for heritage restoration and structural engineering are implied by the scope.

## Commercials & Timeline - Estimated value: Not stated (listed as 1 Euro in tender notice). - Submission deadline: Wed Jun 03 00:00:00 IST 2026. - Contract duration: 15 Months. - Framework/DPS: No framework agreement; not a Dynamic Purchasing System.

## How to Bid - Submission method: Via the Irish eTenders portal (https://www.etenders.gov.ie). - Language: English. - Key documents: Review the Procurement Document for selection criteria and exclusion grounds. Additional information requests must be submitted by 20/05/2026.

## Bid Considerations - Heritage Expertise Required: The scope involves working on a Protected Structure, necessitating specialized experience in heritage conservation and sensitive restoration. - Restricted Procedure Risk: High barrier to entry; bidders must first pass the selection stage to be invited for pricing, limiting immediate visibility of competitors. - Value Ambiguity: The "1 Euro" estimated value is likely a placeholder or error; bidders should verify the actual budget through official channels or clarification requests. - Complex Logistics: The project involves integrating new structures with existing protected buildings, requiring careful planning for structural continuity and waterproofing.

Restricted procedure. A two-stage process: suppliers first complete a selection questionnaire (capacity, experience, financial standing), and only those who qualify are invited to submit a full tender. Plan for the pre-qualification stage well before the tender deadline.

Office of Public Works (OPW) has 75 tender(s) tracked on TenderScout, of which 3 are currently open. On the EU TED record this buyer has awarded 400 contract(s) worth around €708,273,020.

Recent awarded suppliers include McCauls, NVM Ireland Ltd, Office of Public Works, Pelko Ltd, Farrell Brothers (Ardee) Limited.