Consultancy Services to produce a Development Masterplan at the Defence Forces Training Centre (DFTC) The Curragh, Co. Kildare incl. DFTC Training Installation Staff Coolmoney and Glen of Imaal (TISC)

Consultancy Services to produce a Development Masterplan at the Defence Forces Training Centre (DFTC) The Curragh, Co. Kildare incl. DFTC Training Installation Staff Coolmoney and Glen of Imaal (TISC)

Department of Defence

## Summary The Department of Defence is seeking consultancy services to produce a Development Masterplan at the Defence Forces Training Centre (DFTC) in Co. Kildare, Ireland.

## Scope & Deliverables * Examination of future requirements/development of infrastructure at DFTC * Built Infrastructure Plan that considers short, medium and long-term requirements (5-20 years) * Consultancy services for design, technical analysis, building services, construction, and infrastructure works

## Key Requirements * Eligibility: Not stated * Qualifications: + Relevant experience in defence or similar sectors + Expertise in masterplanning, infrastructure development, and project management * Certifications/Experience: Not stated

## Commercials & Timeline * Estimated value: €1 (excluding VAT) * Submission deadline: Friday, 11th September 2026, 12:00 IST * Contract duration: 6 months * Framework/DPS: No framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

## How to Bid * Submission method: Electronic submission via etenders.gov.ie * Languages: English * Key documents to prepare: + Tender response in zipped file format + Accurately named and formatted responses

## Bid Considerations * This tender may suit companies with experience in defence or similar sectors, particularly those with expertise in masterplanning and infrastructure development. * Opportunities include working on a high-profile project for the Irish government's Defence Forces. * Risks include the need to meet tight deadlines and potentially complex 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.

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