RFT for the provision of Research and consultancy services to undertake a comprehensive analysis of the Logistics and Supply chain workforce in Ireland out to 2032

RFT for the provision of Research and consultancy services to undertake a comprehensive analysis of the Logistics and Supply chain workforce in Ireland out to 2032

Department of Transport

## Summary The Department of Transport invites tenders for research and consultancy services to undertake a comprehensive analysis of the Logistics and Supply chain workforce in Ireland out to 2032. The contract will be issued under an open procedure.

## Scope & Deliverables * Provision of research and consultancy services to undertake a study and forecast of likely skills gaps in the Logistics and Supply Chain sector over the period 2027-2032. * Assessing current and future demand and supply across key occupations, primarily within the Transportation and Storage sector. * Examining career pathways, job quality, and workforce sustainability. * Identifying current and future skills needs, including anticipated skills gaps out to 2032.

## Key Requirements * Eligibility: Open procedure, no specific eligibility criteria stated. * Qualifications/Certifications/Experience: Not specified in the provided documentation.

## Commercials & Timeline * Estimated value: €100,000 (excl. VAT) over a one-year term with possible extensions of up to 3 months. * Submission deadline: Tue Aug 25 15:00:00 IST 2026. * Contract duration: One year with possible extensions.

## How to Bid * Submission method: Not specified in the provided documentation. * Languages: English (as per the etenders.gov.ie website). * Key documents to prepare: + Tenderer's Statement + Declaration as to Personal Circumstances of Tenderer + Pricing Schedule

## Bid Considerations * This tender may suit businesses with experience in research and consultancy services, particularly those familiar with EGFSN methodologies and reporting standards. * Opportunities: The contract has an estimated value of €100,000, providing a potential revenue stream for the successful bidder. * Risks: + The Department of Transport reserves the right to cancel the competition at any time prior to a formal written Services Contract being executed. + Tenderers must comply with EU data protection laws and regulations.

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 Transport has 11 tender(s) tracked on TenderScout, of which 2 are currently open. On the EU TED record this buyer has awarded 97 contract(s) worth around €1,001,376,837.

Recent awarded suppliers include Sigma Wireless, Sioen Ireland, Saab TransponderTech AB, Davis Events Limited, AECOM Ireland Ltd_31745.