ENQEIR1007 - DS3 System Services – Volume Uncapped – Gate 15

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ENQEIR1007 - DS3 System Services – Volume Uncapped – Gate 15

EirGrid plc

## Summary EirGrid plc, a public electricity transmission system operator in Ireland, is seeking to award contracts for DS3 System Services – Volume Uncapped – Gate 15. The services cover various aspects of energy management and are split into 12 lots.

## Scope & Deliverables - Provision of DS3 System Services for EirGrid's operations - Services include Primary Operating Reserve (POR L1IE), Secondary Operating Reserve (SOR L2IE), and other related services

## Key Requirements - Eligibility: Not stated - Qualifications: - Must submit tenders for all 12 lots - Maximum number of lots per tenderer is 12 - Experience: - Relevant experience in energy management and system operations - Certifications: - Not specified

## Commercials & Timeline - Estimated value: €131,883,563 (excluding VAT) - Submission deadline: Thu Jul 16 12:00:00 IST 2026 - Contract duration: 6 months per lot - Framework/DPS: No framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

## How to Bid - Submission method: Electronic submission required through https://www.etenders.gov.ie/epps/cft/viewTenders.do?resourceId=8371332 - Languages: English (officially available) - Key documents to prepare: - Tender response - Qualification System Briefing Document

## Bid Considerations - This tender may suit companies with experience in energy management and system operations, particularly those familiar with the Irish market. - Opportunities include providing services for EirGrid's operations and contributing to Ireland's energy infrastructure development. - Risks include competition from established players and the need to comply with specific requirements outlined in the procurement documents.

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.

EirGrid plc has 11 tender(s) tracked on TenderScout, of which 1 are currently open. On the EU TED record this buyer has awarded 153 contract(s) worth around €3,933,014,404.

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