UCC Multi Supplier Framework for Works Contractors

UCC Multi Supplier Framework for Works Contractors

University College Cork

## Summary The University College Cork (UCC) is seeking to establish a multi-supplier framework for works contractors through an open procedure. The framework will cover construction work for university buildings, including site preparation, building installation, and completion work.

## Scope & Deliverables * Lot 1: Contractor Framework for Small Work Projects Type A (Projects of Value up to €300,000) * Lot 2: Contractor Framework for Small Work Projects Type B (Projects of Value €300,000-€1,000,000) * Deliverables will be specific assignments awarded to framework participants based on the terms of a contract (Framework Agreement)

## Key Requirements * Eligibility: Tenderers must be established in the European Union * Qualifications: Tenderers must provide evidence of relevant experience and qualifications * Certifications: Tenderers must provide evidence of relevant certifications and insurance * Experience: Tenderers must have experience in construction work for university buildings

## Commercials & Timeline * Estimated value: €13,600,000 (maximum value of the framework agreement) * Submission deadline: Fri, Oct 16, 2026, 12:00:00 IST * Contract duration: 48 months * Framework agreement: Framework agreement, with reopening of competition

## How to Bid * Submission method: Electronic submission required * Languages: English * Key documents to prepare: Procurement document, European Single Procurement Document (ESPD)

## Bid Considerations * This tender suits contractors with experience in construction work for university buildings, particularly those with a strong track record in Ireland. * Opportunities: The framework agreement has a maximum value of €13,600,000 and a contract duration of 48 months, providing a significant opportunity for successful bidders. * Risks: The tender requires tenderers to provide evidence of relevant experience and qualifications, and the framework agreement may be subject to reopening of competition.

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.

University College Cork has 46 tender(s) tracked on TenderScout, of which 1 are currently open. On the EU TED record this buyer has awarded 143 contract(s) worth around €479,274,868.

Recent awarded suppliers include Murnane & O'Shea Ltd + rest of framework, Summerhill Construction, University College Cork (UCC), Firecrest Safety Systems Ltd, Emerald Fire technology Ltd.