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CfT: Development and Operation of a Multifunctional Event Centre in Cork

Tender submission deadline in (days/hours):
27/19
Name of Contracting Authority:
Cork City Council
Title:
Development and Operation of a Multifunctional Event Centre in Cork
CfT CA Unique ID:
26CCC029
Evaluation Mechanism:
Most Economically Advantageous Tender (MEAT)
Description:
The CEC is envisaged as a high-quality, multifunctional civic venue that is actively used, valued by local communities, and supportive of local employment. It is intended to make a sustained and positive contribution to the cultural, social, and economic life of Cork City and the wider southern region, enhancing the experience of residents and visitors alike. The development of a venue of this scale has been an objective of the Contracting Authority since the 1990s and reflects long-standing strategic planning policy at national and regional levels. The CEC will be marketed at regional, national, and international levels and should demonstrate a standard of quality comparable with leading event and convention facilities elsewhere. The design and specification should be capable of attracting high-profile events, conferences, and performers, ensuring the centre’s competitiveness within the wider market. Flexibility will be a core design principle, with facilities required to be robust, durable, and suitable for intensive public use. Whole-life performance and operational efficiency will be central considerations, including energy use, maintenance, cleaning, and servicing. The duration of the concession period will be determined during the competition in accordance with Directive 2014/23/EU. It is therefore not possible, at this stage, to provide a reliable estimated value of the overall contract(s). Please refer to the procurement documents for further information.
Procurement Type:
Services
CPC Category:
Directive:
2014/23/EU (Concession)
Procedure:
Involving negotiations
CfT Involves:
A Public Contract
CPV Codes:
79952000-Event services
79952100-Cultural event organisation services
79000000-Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security
92300000-Entertainment services
92320000-Arts-facility operation services
92310000-Artistic and literary creation and interpretation services
92340000-Dance and performance entertainment services
45210000-Building construction work
45212000-Construction work for buildings relating to leisure, sports, culture, lodging and restaurants
45212170-Entertainment building construction work
45212171-Entertainment centre construction work
45212180-Ticket offices construction work
45212321-Auditorium construction work
45212322-Theatre construction work
Award per Item:
No
Inclusion of e-Auctions :
No
NUTS codes:
IE053
Estimated value (EUR):
Above or Below threshold:
Above
Time-limit for receipt of tenders or requests to participate:
09/06/2026 12:00
Deadline for dispatching invitations:
End of clarification period:
26/05/2026 12:00
Upload of documents within the clarifications:
Yes
Tenders Opening Date:
09/06/2026 12:30
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:
30 years
Validity of Tender in days or months:
12 months
EU funding:
No
Multiple tenders will be accepted:
No
Date of Publication/Invitation:
12/05/2026 03:20
TED links for published notices:
https://ted.europa.eu/udl?uri=TED:NOTICE:325522-202...
Date of Awarding:
Language of publication:
EN
Number of openers:
Two