Call for Tender for the Establishment of a Single Supplier Framework for the Provision of Equipment Transportation and Storage Services

BIM wishes to invite tenders for the provision of transportation and storage services for large and

Call for Tender for the Establishment of a Single Supplier Framework for the Provision of Equipment Transportation and Storage Services

Bord Iascaigh Mhara - Irish Sea Fisheries Board ( BIM )

## Summary Bord Iascaigh Mhara - Irish Sea Fisheries Board (BIM) is seeking a single supplier framework for the provision of equipment transportation and storage services. The contract will cover large and irregularly sized goods, with a focus on flexibility and timely delivery.

## Scope & Deliverables * Transportation of large and irregularly sized goods throughout Ireland * Provision of crane services for lifting and dropping items * Temporary storage facilities for up to six months * Escort vehicles for oversized loads

## Key Requirements * Relevant licenses from the Department of Transport for carrying heavy goods in Ireland * Ability to lift and drop items without lifting facilities at collection or delivery points * Qualified crane operator for all lifting activities * Storage facilities providing at least 1,000 square meters of secure space

## Commercials & Timeline * Estimated value: €170,000 (excluding VAT) * Submission deadline: Monday, June 29, 2026 * Contract duration: 48 months * Framework agreement without reopening of competition

## How to Bid * Submission method: Online through the eTenders website * Languages accepted: English * Key documents to prepare: + Tender document (RFT) + Qualitative specifications

## Bid Considerations * This tender may suit companies with experience in transportation and storage services, particularly those with a strong presence in Ireland. * Opportunities include a 48-month contract with an estimated value of €170,000. * Risks include the need for specialized equipment and licenses, as well as the potential for variable weather conditions affecting delivery times.

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.

Bord Iascaigh Mhara - Irish Sea Fisheries Board ( BIM ) has 13 tender(s) tracked on TenderScout, of which 1 are currently open. On the EU TED record this buyer has awarded 57 contract(s) worth around €12,643,823.

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