Framework for Environmental DNA extraction, metabarcoding, and qPCR analysis

IFI is seeking qualified tenders for the provision of laboratory services to extract and analyse filtered

Framework for Environmental DNA extraction, metabarcoding, and qPCR analysis

Inland Fisheries Ireland

## Summary Inland Fisheries Ireland is seeking a qualified tenderer for the provision of laboratory services to extract and analyse filtered eDNA samples using both metabarcoding analysis and qPCR analysis of aquatic species of fish and other aquatic species. The estimated value of this framework agreement is €160,000.

## Scope & Deliverables * Provision of laboratory services to extract and analyse filtered eDNA samples * Metabarcoding analysis and qPCR analysis of aquatic species of fish and other aquatic species

## Key Requirements * Eligibility: Qualified tenders for the provision of laboratory services * Qualifications: Not stated * Certifications: Not stated * Experience: Relevant experience in providing laboratory services for eDNA extraction, metabarcoding, and qPCR analysis

## Commercials & Timeline * Estimated value: €160,000 * Submission deadline: Monday, 10 August 2026 at 14:00 PM IST * Contract duration: 2 years * Framework agreement: Yes, without reopening of competition

## How to Bid * Submission method: Electronic submission via www.etenders.gov.ie * Languages: English * Key documents to prepare: + Tender Response Documents provided by the contracting authority + eESPD (Electronic European Single Procurement Document)

## Bid Considerations * This tender suits companies with relevant experience in providing laboratory services for eDNA extraction, metabarcoding, and qPCR analysis. * Opportunities: The framework agreement has a maximum value of €160,000, offering a potential contract duration of 2 years. * Risks: + High competition due to the open procedure + Need for specialized expertise in laboratory services for eDNA extraction, metabarcoding, and qPCR analysis.

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.

Recent awarded suppliers include Marsh Ireland Brokers Limited, LE GOUESSANT AQUACULTURE, Cogans, JBA Consulting Engineers and Scientists, Willis Towers Watson.