RFT for the Artificial Drainage Channel Categorisation Project

Site surveys of artificial drainage channels across all three Arterial Drainage regions, East, West,

RFT for the Artificial Drainage Channel Categorisation Project

Office of Public Works (OPW)

## Summary The Office of Public Works (OPW) is procuring environmental survey services to categorize artificial drainage channels across Ireland’s East, West, and Southwest regions. The contract involves conducting site surveys, including visual inspections and eDNA sampling, and delivering a comprehensive report with guidance.

## Scope & Deliverables - Conduct site surveys of artificial drainage channels in three Arterial Drainage regions. - Perform visual/walkover inspections, sweep netting, and eDNA sampling. - Deliver a final report of findings and strategic guidance as specified in the project brief.

## Key Requirements - Eligibility criteria are detailed in the Procurement Document. - The contract is explicitly suitable for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs). - Specific technical qualifications and prior experience requirements are not listed in the summary data; consult the full tender documents for selection criteria.

## Commercials & Timeline - Estimated Value: €80,000 (excluding VAT). - Submission Deadline: June 11, 2026, at 15:00 IST. - Contract Duration: 36 months. - Tender Validity: 3 months. - Framework/DPS: None.

## How to Bid - Submission Method: Electronic submission via the Irish eTenders portal is mandatory. - Languages: English only. - Key Documents: Download the RFT documents and appendices from the provided link. Prepare the tender in the required XML structure if applicable. - Additional Info: Requests for clarification must be submitted by June 4, 2026.

## Bid Considerations - SME Friendly: The notice explicitly states suitability for SMEs, suggesting a potentially less competitive or more accessible process for smaller firms. - Technical Specificity: The requirement for eDNA sampling and sweep netting necessitates specialized environmental expertise and equipment. - Geographic Scope: Performance spans three distinct regions, requiring logistical planning for travel and site access. - Low Value: At €80k, the financial upside is limited; ensure resource allocation does not outweigh the potential return.

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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