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CfT: Design Improvements for Durable Timber Frame Constructions

Name of Contracting Authority:
Department of Agriculture Food and the Marine
Title:
Design Improvements for Durable Timber Frame Constructions
CfT CA Unique ID:
CFT 5261110
Evaluation Mechanism:
Most Economically Advantageous Tender (MEAT)
Description:
The aim of this work is to assess the design durability of timber frame wall systems used in Ireland across different building typologies including houses and apartments. The study will examine and compare timber frame wall systems commonly used in Ireland and in the main countries in Europe where timber frame walls are used. Recommendations shall be made on innovation and design improvements to ensure and control durability. Outputs and information from this study should be disseminated to relevant stakeholders. A desk study will examine the hygrothermal performance of timber frame wall systems in Ireland, comparing with international practices with similar climatic conditions. Innovations and, where appropriate, design recommendations to improve durability, shall be given in the study outputs. A hygrothermal assessment under different timber frame design scenarios within Irish weather conditions will be conducted. Based on the results of the study, a number of suitable timber frame buildings may be required for experimental testing focusing on the external walls. The study will include a strategy to share the results with the relevant stakeholders.
Procurement Type:
Services
CPC Category:
Other services
Directive:
2014/24/EU (Classic)
Procedure:
Open
CfT Involves:
A Public Contract
CPV Codes:
77000000-Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services
77200000-Forestry services
77230000-Services incidental to forestry
38970000-Research, testing and scientific technical simulator
71335000-Engineering studies
71312000-Structural engineering consultancy services
71311000-Civil engineering consultancy services
71320000-Engineering design services
71318000-Advisory and consultative engineering services
44191000-Miscellaneous construction materials in wood
Contact Point:
Richard Walsh
Award per Item:
Yes
Inclusion of e-Auctions :
No
NUTS codes:
IE
Estimated value (EUR):
30,000
Above or Below threshold:
Below
Time-limit for receipt of tenders or requests to participate:
10/04/2025 17:00
Deadline for dispatching invitations:
End of clarification period:
03/04/2025 17:00
Tenders Opening Date:
10/04/2025 17:30
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:
6 months
Validity of Tender in days or months:
120 days
EU funding:
No
Multiple tenders will be accepted:
No
Date of Publication/Invitation:
10/03/2025 15:25
TED links for published notices:
Date of Awarding:
Language of publication:
EN
Number of openers:
Two