Population Structure, Genetic Stock Identification and geographical spread of Atlantic Salmon and Brown/Seatrout on the Munster Blackwater

Inland Fisheries Ireland (IFI) invites tenders from economic operators for the services of a genetics

Population Structure, Genetic Stock Identification and geographical spread of Atlantic Salmon and Brown/Seatrout on the Munster Blackwater

Inland Fisheries Ireland

## Summary Inland Fisheries Ireland is seeking a genetics laboratory to provide expert advice on sampling protocols, genetic analysis, data interpretation and reporting services for Atlantic Salmon and Brown/Seatrout on the Munster Blackwater. The contract value is estimated at €150,000.

## Scope & Deliverables * Provide expert advice on appropriate sampling protocols * Conduct genetic analysis of salmonid fish biological material * Interpret data and provide reports

## Key Requirements * Eligibility: Economic operators with relevant experience in genetics laboratory services * Qualifications: Not specified * Certifications: Not stated * Experience: Relevant experience in genetics laboratory services for Atlantic Salmon and Brown/Seatrout

## Commercials & Timeline * Estimated value: €150,000 * Submission deadline: 31 July 2026, 14:00 IST * Contract duration: 24 months * Framework/DPS: No framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

## How to Bid * Submission method: Electronic submission through etenders.gov.ie * Languages: English * Key documents to prepare: + ESPD (European Single Procurement Document) + RFT Blackwater Genetic Study + TRD Blackwater Genetics

## Bid Considerations * This tender may suit experienced genetics laboratories with a strong track record in similar projects. * Opportunities include working with Inland Fisheries Ireland on a high-profile project and contributing to the conservation of Atlantic Salmon and Brown/Seatrout populations. * Risks include meeting the tight submission deadline and ensuring compliance with the procurement requirements.

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.

Inland Fisheries Ireland has 18 tender(s) tracked on TenderScout, of which 2 are currently open. On the EU TED record this buyer has awarded 29 contract(s) worth around €9,168,968.

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