Rhododendron ponticum and Cotoneaster eradication in Killarney National Park

Rhododendron ponticum and Cotoneaster eradication in Killarney National Park

Department of Housing Local Government and Heritage

## Summary The Department of Housing Local Government and Heritage is tendering for the eradication of Rhododendron ponticum and Cotoneaster in Killarney National Park. The estimated value is €200,000.

## Scope & Deliverables * Eradication of Rhododendron ponticum and Cotoneaster in designated plots * Compliance with approved methodologies and guidelines * Retreatment and regrowth management * Visual inspection and verification of eradication

## Key Requirements * Eligibility: Economic operators with relevant experience and qualifications * Qualifications: Not stated * Certifications: Not stated * Experience: Relevant experience in forestry services and herbicide application

## Commercials & Timeline * Estimated value: €200,000 * Submission deadline: Friday, October 16, 2026 * Contract duration: 12 months * Framework/DPS: No framework agreement

## How to Bid * Submission method: Electronic submission via etenders.gov.ie * Languages: English * Key documents to prepare: + Tender submission + Pricing schedule + Methodologies and guidelines (Appendix 1)

## Bid Considerations * This tender may suit companies with experience in forestry services and herbicide application. * Opportunities: Potential for long-term contract and repeat business. * Risks: Environmental risks associated with herbicide application, and potential for non-compliance with approved methodologies.

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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