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CfT: Predator Contract Services

Name of Contracting Authority:
BirdWatch Ireland_85627
Title:
Predator Contract Services
CfT CA Unique ID:
Evaluation Mechanism:
Most Economically Advantageous Tender (MEAT)
Allow different Evaluation Mechanism in the MC/SC:
Description:
SCOPE OF WORK The successful tenderer will work closely with the existing Conservation Keeper and Project Manager to focus their efforts, with the aim of retaining and, if possible, growing populations of breeding waders at sites within the network, which are deemed to be a priority. The Services are expected to be required on a seasonal basis for up to 5 months (approximately 21 weeks) per annum during the contract term. The actual duration and timing of services in each year shall be as agreed between the parties. The successful tenderer will undertake/assist with the following tasks: • Strategic and systematic control of unprotected predators in the area of Donegal deemed to be a priority in each year. • This will entail the legal control and humane dispatching of predators, namely Red Fox, American Mink, Hooded Crow and Magpie within an agreed buffer of the chosen site(s). • Maintaining a log and recording relevant information on keepering activities. This will include using Apps in the field to accurately record all activity. • Assist the Conservation Project Manager and Conservation Keeper in the erecting and ongoing monitoring and maintenance of predator proof fences. • Provide additional support in delivering habitat management works as required. DATES OF OPERATION This contract will be in place annually commencing in June 2026 until 31 July 2029, when the project finishes. The main contract period for each year will be agreed annually with the successful tenderer. ESTIMATE CONTRACT VALUE The maximum price that BirdWatch Ireland has for this contract is €100,014 (inclusive of VAT) or €88,118 (exclusive VAT), VAT rate of 13.5 percent. Please refer to the tender document for additional information on the award criteria, selection criteria, and terms of the call for tender.
Procurement Type:
Services
CPC Category:
Other services
Directive:
2014/24/EU (Classic)
Procedure:
Open
CfT Involves:
A Public Contract
CPV Codes:
90721700-Endangered species protection services
Contact Point:
Donovan Rule
Award per Item:
Yes
Inclusion of e-Auctions :
No
NUTS codes:
IE041
Estimated value (EUR):
88,118
Above or Below threshold:
Below
Time-limit for receipt of tenders or requests to participate:
14/06/2026 17:00
Deadline for dispatching invitations:
End of clarification period:
31/05/2026 17:00
Tenders Opening Date:
14/06/2026 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:
38 months
Validity of Tender in days or months:
30 days
EU funding:
Yes
Multiple tenders will be accepted:
No
Date of Publication/Invitation:
20/05/2026 12:29
TED links for published notices:
Date of Awarding:
Language of publication:
EN
Number of openers:
One
Contract Award Date:
22/06/2026 12:00