KCETB invite submissions for the establishment of a Single-Party Framework ("Framework") for the supply and delivery of Metalwork/Engineering class materials

This public procurement competition relates to the establishment of a Single­Party Framework for

KCETB invite submissions for the establishment of a Single-Party Framework ("Framework") for the supply and delivery of Metalwork/Engineering class materials

Kilkenny and Carlow ETB

## Summary The Kilkenny and Carlow Education and Training Board (KCETB) is inviting submissions for a Single-Party Framework ("Framework") to supply and deliver Metalwork/Engineering class materials. The estimated value of the contract is €500,000 over 48 months.

## Scope & Deliverables * Supply and delivery of Metalwork/Engineering class materials for use by students and teachers in Metalwork/Engineering classes at second level schools and FET centres. * Materials must be fit for purpose and meet the requirements of Engineering/Metalwork Teachers/Instructors delivering tuition and training to students/apprentices.

## Key Requirements * Eligible tenderers must have experience in supplying and delivering similar materials to educational institutions. * Tenderers must demonstrate their ability to meet the requirements outlined in Appendix 1 of the Request for Tenders (RFT). * KCETB reserves the right to operate outside of the framework agreement at its discretion, particularly if it becomes apparent that doing so would offer greater value for money.

## Commercials & Timeline * Estimated value: €500,000 over 48 months. * Submission deadline: Friday, July 17, 2026, 12:00 IST. * Contract duration: 48 months with the option to extend for up to 36 months in total.

## How to Bid * Submissions must be made through the etenders.gov.ie website. * Tenderers must submit their tenders in electronic format only. * The RFT and all supporting documents are available on the etenders.gov.ie website.

## Bid Considerations * This tender is suitable for suppliers with experience in delivering educational materials to second-level schools and FET centres. * Opportunities: Suppliers can benefit from a framework agreement that allows them to supply materials over an extended period. * Risks: KCETB reserves the right to operate outside of the framework agreement, which may impact the successful supplier's sales.

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.

Kilkenny and Carlow ETB has 11 tender(s) tracked on TenderScout, of which 1 are currently open. On the EU TED record this buyer has awarded 60 contract(s) worth around €37,270,718.

Recent awarded suppliers include Kilkenny and Carlow ETB, G Morgan & Sons Ltd, Central Technology Supplies Ltd, Sligo Graph Ltd, Shaw Scientific & Chemical Supplies.