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CfT: Forest Reproductive Material Demand Forecast

Name of Contracting Authority:
Department of Agriculture Food and the Marine
Title:
Forest Reproductive Material Demand Forecast
CfT CA Unique ID:
CFT 4375204
Evaluation Mechanism:
Most Economically Advantageous Tender (MEAT)
Description:
The new Forestry Programme 2023-2027 was approved by the Government on the 6th September 2023, along with other non-Programme actions under the Forest Strategy Implementation Plan. The €1.3 billion funded Forestry Programme 2023-2027 is the largest and most environmentally friendly forestry programme to date. The new Forest Strategy places an emphasis on increasing the diversity of tree species established, including a significant increase in the use of broadleaf and native tree species. In addition, the Department's Agri-Climate Rural Environment Scheme includes tree planting measures which require quantities of a broadleaf tree species, in particular species associated with hedgerow establishment. In combination, these schemes point to a likely significant increase in demand for broadleaf seed from Irish sources, in addition to the need for seed and other reproductive material for eligible non-native tree species. Forest nurseries, due to the lead-in time to produce planting material (2-4 years depending on species), are exposed to changes in forestation levels and other external factors. Due to the oceanic climate inherent on the island of Ireland , good seed years vary greatly by species and location. For instance, species such as oak may produce small seed crops in scattered locations every few years but produce only major crops once every 5 to 10 or more years. While the storage of conifer and some broadleaved seed can overcome supply difficulties, some species, particularly the large-seeded broadleaves, cannot be stored for any great length of time. A forecast of potential Forest Reproductive Material (FRM) demand for forestry purposes in Ireland is required for the successful planning and development of the Forestry Nursery Sector so that future demands are met to supply quality FRM which will support the Forestry Sector in realising the economic, environmental, scientific and social potential of forests. It is envisaged that the forecast will deliver an indicative estimate of the • demand for planting stock per year over the period • demand for seed per year over the period.
Procurement Type:
Services
CPC Category:
Research and development services
Directive:
2014/24/EU (Classic)
Procedure:
Open
CfT Involves:
A Public Contract
CPV Codes:
77000000-Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services
77100000-Agricultural services
90712200-Forest conservation strategy planning
77231000-Forestry management services
77200000-Forestry services
77231100-Forest resources management services
77231900-Forest sectoral planning services
77231500-Forest monitoring or evaluation services
Contact Point:
Enda Coates
Award per Item:
Yes
Inclusion of e-Auctions :
No
NUTS codes:
IE
Estimated value (EUR):
50,000
Above or Below threshold:
Below
Time-limit for receipt of tenders or requests to participate:
25/10/2024 15:00
Deadline for dispatching invitations:
End of clarification period:
18/10/2024 15:00
Tenders Opening Date:
25/10/2024 15:30
Allow suppliers to make an online Expression Of Interest:
Yes
Contract awarded in Lots:
No
Contract duration in months or years, including any options and renewals:
15 months
Validity of Tender in days or months:
120 days
EU funding:
No
Multiple tenders will be accepted:
No
Date of Publication/Invitation:
24/09/2024 16:24
TED links for published notices:
Date of Awarding:
Language of publication:
EN
Number of openers:
Two