Delivery of Conservation Measures using the Natura Communities approach in the Glenamoy Bog Complex SAC (Site code: 000500), Carrowmore Lake Complex SAC and the Owenduff/Nephin Complex

This Call for Tender (CfT) seeks the provision of services to implement measures as part of a multi­actor,

Delivery of Conservation Measures using the Natura Communities approach in the Glenamoy Bog Complex SAC (Site code: 000500), Carrowmore Lake Complex SAC and the Owenduff/Nephin Complex

Department of Housing Local Government and Heritage

## Summary The Department of Housing Local Government and Heritage is seeking a contractor to deliver conservation measures using the Natura Communities approach in three Special Areas of Conservation (SACs) in Ireland. The estimated value of the contract is €800,000.

## Scope & Deliverables * Provision of services to implement measures as part of a multi-actor, community-embedded ecosystem restoration programme * Peatland restoration and building local capacity to address pressures and threats to peatland habitats * Constructive engagement with farmers and landowners

## Key Requirements * Eligibility: Not stated * Qualifications: Experience in environmental conservation and restoration * Certifications: Not stated * Experience: Previous experience in similar projects, particularly in the North Mayo region

## Commercials & Timeline * Estimated value: €800,000 * Submission deadline: 4th August 2026, 15:00 IST * Contract duration: 36 months, with potential for two further one-year extensions subject to funding availability * Framework/DPS: No framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

## How to Bid * Submission method: Electronic submission via the eTenders website * Languages: English * Key documents to prepare: + European Single Procurement Document (ESPD) + Tender document available on the eTenders website

## Bid Considerations * This contract may suit companies with experience in environmental conservation and restoration, particularly in the North Mayo region. * Opportunities include working with local communities and farmers to deliver peatland restoration projects. * Risks include the complexity of the project and the need for constructive engagement with stakeholders.

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.

Department of Housing Local Government and Heritage has 54 tender(s) tracked on TenderScout, of which 15 are currently open. On the EU TED record this buyer has awarded 150 contract(s) worth around €36,581,287.

Recent awarded suppliers include FORUM Connemara Ltd_103060, G Russell plant hire Ltd, IDEEA GLOBAL LIMITED, Carrig Conservation International Ltd, Andrew Power.