Proposed SEN Extension and all associated Siteworks at Bennekerry National School, Bennekerry, Co. Carlow

The contract comprises of the demolition of existing disused single storey standalone building and the

Proposed SEN Extension and all associated Siteworks at Bennekerry National School, Bennekerry, Co. Carlow

Bennekerry National School

## Summary Bennekerry National School is procuring construction works for a Special Education Needs (SEN) extension and associated site development in Co. Carlow. The project involves demolishing an existing building and constructing new facilities, including classrooms, parking, and play areas.

## Scope & Deliverables - Demolition of existing disused single-storey standalone building. - Construction of a single-storey extension to the existing two-storey school building. - Provision of 2 Special Education Teaching (SET) rooms and 2 classroom Special Education Units. - Installation of 16 additional car parking spaces, set-down area, and new access roadways. - Development of secure external soft play areas, sensory garden, and hard-surfaced playground. - Relocation of vehicular entrance and ancillary site development works.

## Key Requirements - Eligibility and selection criteria are detailed in the Procurement Document. - Tenderers must comply with grounds for exclusion as specified in the procurement documents. - No specific qualifications or certifications are listed in the notice text; refer to the tender documents for technical requirements. - The procurement is suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

## Commercials & Timeline - Estimated value: €2,300,000 (excluding VAT). - Submission deadline: 10 June 2026 at 12:00 IST. - Contract duration: 18 months. - Tender validity: 180 days. - Framework/DPS: None.

## How to Bid - Submission method: Electronic submission via eTenders Ireland is required. - Address: https://www.etenders.gov.ie/epps/cft/viewTenders.do?resourceId=8101626 - Language: English. - Key documents: Download procurement documents from the eTenders portal. Requests for additional information must be submitted by 27 May 2026.

## Bid Considerations - SME Friendly: Explicitly noted as suitable for SMEs, potentially reducing competition from large conglomerates. - Local Context: Located in South-East Ireland; bidders should consider logistics for site access and local labor availability. - Complex Scope: Includes demolition, new build, and landscaping; ensure capability across all CPV codes (45100000–45400000). - Strict Deadlines: Clarification deadline (27 May) and submission deadline (10 June) are tight; early document review is essential.

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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