For the provision of Invasive Species Control in NPWS properties in Caher, Kilgarvan, Co Kerry.

For the provision of Invasive Species Control in NPWS properties in Caher, Kilgarvan, Co Kerry.

Department of Housing Local Government and Heritage

## Summary The Irish public sector is seeking a contractor to control invasive species in NPWS properties in Caher, Kilgarvan, Co Kerry. The project aims to remove four target invasive species over a four-year period.

## Scope & Deliverables * Control of four target invasive species: Rhododendron (Rhododendron ponticum), Japanese Knotweed (Reynoutria japonica), Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster spp), and Montbretia (Crocosmia x crocosmiiflora) * Works to be carried out over a four-year period * Site comprises approximately 30 hectares, including grasslands, scrub, and woodlands

## Key Requirements * Tenderers must have experience in delivering similar contracts within time and on budget * Must provide a full risk assessment of the area prior to commencing works * Must demonstrate thorough knowledge of relevant health and safety requirements for this type of work * Must confirm that they have the requisite resources available to complete the contract within the required timeframe

## Commercials & Timeline * Estimated value: Not stated * Submission deadline: Mon Aug 31 16:00:00 IST 2026 * Contract duration: Four years * Framework/DPS: None stated

## How to Bid * Tenderers must address all requirements and include all requested information in their tender submission * Tenders not meeting the format will not be considered * Submission method: Not specified, but likely electronic or postal

## Bid Considerations * This project may suit contractors with experience in invasive species control, environmental management, and conservation. * Opportunities: + Long-term contract (four years) providing stability and potential for repeat business + Project funded through the Conservation Measures Unit of the National Parks and Wildlife Service * Risks: + Complex site conditions and potential for unforeseen challenges + Retention of 10% on payments to contractor

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 83 tender(s) tracked on TenderScout, of which 16 are currently open. On the EU TED record this buyer has awarded 163 contract(s) worth around €38,624,561.

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