Supply, delivery and commissioning of new multi-purpose port container reach stacker

The tender competition is for the supply, delivery and Commissioning of new multi­purpose port container

Supply, delivery and commissioning of new multi-purpose port container reach stacker

Port of Waterford Company

## Summary The Port of Waterford Company is procuring the supply, delivery, and commissioning of a new multi-purpose port container reach stacker. This open procedure targets suppliers capable of delivering heavy lifting equipment suitable for intensive port operations.

## Scope & Deliverables - Supply of a new multi-purpose port container reach stacker. - Delivery to the Port of Waterford, South-East Ireland. - Commissioning of the equipment to ensure operational readiness.

## Key Requirements - Eligibility: Open to all tenderers; participation is not reserved. - Documentation: Submission of the European Single Procurement Document (ESPD) is required for selection criteria. - Experience: Specific technical qualifications are not explicitly listed in the summary data, but the equipment must be suitable for intensive port and terminal operations. - Compliance: The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA).

## Commercials & Timeline - Estimated Value: €700,000 (excluding VAT). - Submission Deadline: Friday, June 12, 2026, at 16:00 IST. - Contract Duration: 6 months. - Tender Validity: 180 days. - Framework/DPS: No framework agreement or Dynamic Purchasing System applies.

## How to Bid - Submission Method: Electronic submission is mandatory via the eTenders portal. - Submission Address: https://www.etenders.gov.ie/epps/cft/viewTenders.do?resourceId=8110748 - Language: English. - Key Documents: Prepare the Goods Request for Tender (RFT) and the completed ESPD form. Electronic catalogues are not allowed.

## Bid Considerations - Suitability: Ideal for manufacturers or authorized distributors of heavy port machinery with Irish delivery capabilities. - Opportunity: A single-lot opportunity with a clear value ceiling, simplifying pricing strategy. - Risk: The 6-month duration suggests a supply-focused contract rather than a long-term service agreement; ensure commissioning timelines are realistic. - Constraint: Only one tender per supplier is permitted; ensure the proposal is comprehensive before submission.

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.

Port of Waterford Company has 4 tender(s) tracked on TenderScout, of which 2 are currently open. On the EU TED record this buyer has awarded 1 contract(s) worth around €900,000.

Recent awarded suppliers include Safehaven Marine, Port of Waterford Company.