Meitheal 2027 Workshop Venue with Option on Catering

Meitheal 2027 Workshop Venue with Option on Catering

Fáilte Ireland-National Tourism Development Authority

## Summary Fáilte Ireland is procuring a workshop venue in Dublin for the "Meitheal 2027" initiative, with an optional catering component. This is a single-lot service contract valued at €200,000, running for 12 months.

## Scope & Deliverables - Provision of a workshop venue in Dublin (IE061). - Optional catering services. - Services delivered on a non-exclusive basis. - Compliance with EU Green Public Procurement criteria and accessibility standards for persons with disabilities.

## Key Requirements - Eligibility and selection criteria are detailed in the Procurement Document. - Tenderers must adhere to Fáilte Ireland’s standard Supply of Services Contract (V1); no amendments to terms are permitted. - SMEs are explicitly encouraged to bid. - Specific professional qualifications are not listed in the notice; refer to the procurement documents for detailed selection criteria.

## Commercials & Timeline - Estimated Value: €200,000 (excluding VAT). - Submission Deadline: Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at 12:00 IST. - Contract Duration: 12 months. - Framework/DPS: None. - Procedure Type: Competitive with negotiation.

## How to Bid - Submission Method: Electronic submission via the Irish eTenders portal is mandatory. - Submission Address: https://www.etenders.gov.ie/epps/cft/viewTenders.do?resourceId=8173369 - Language: English only. - Key Documents: Prepare the tender response according to the ITT and sign the standard Supply of Services Contract. - Clarifications: Requests for additional information must be submitted by May 28, 2026.

## Bid Considerations - Suitability: Ideal for SMEs with event management or venue hire capabilities in Dublin. - Opportunity: Strategic focus on environmental impact and accessibility offers differentiation points for compliant bidders. - Risk: The "competitive with negotiation" procedure allows for post-submission dialogue, but the standard contract terms are non-negotiable, limiting commercial flexibility. - Complexity: Low complexity due to single lot and clear value, but strict adherence to electronic submission protocols is required.

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