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CfT: 26-007F National Multi-Supplier Framework for the Provision of Laboratory Services

Workarea:
2026 - OJEU Comps
Tender submission deadline in (days/hours):
24/18
Name of Contracting Authority:
Uisce Éireann
Title:
26-007F National Multi-Supplier Framework for the Provision of Laboratory Services
CfT CA Unique ID:
Evaluation Mechanism:
Most Economically Advantageous Tender (MEAT)
Allow different Evaluation Mechanism in the MC/SC:
Yes
Description:
Uisce Eireann is seeking to establish a high-quality sampling and or analysis service to achieve efficiencies in all commercial laboratory contractual arrangements, to meet regulatory requirements, and to protect public health. These services will be sub-divided into Three (3) Lots described below as Lot 1, Lot 2 and Lot 3. Applicants may apply for one, some or all Lots. For Lots 1, 2 and 3 the successful tenderers may be allocated as preferred supplier for a Geographical Region or Regions on the basis of their tenders and there may be a limit on the number of Regions for which a single supplier achieves preferred supplier status. It is anticipated that Uisce Eireann will enter into separate framework agreements for each of the following Lots: Lot 1 - Potable Water Laboratory Testing Services. Uisce Eireann require potable water laboratory testing services for the following sampling categories: • PLANNED (Drinking Water Directive – Schedule 1 and Schedule 2) • UNPLANNED (Investigative; Short term requests e.g. EPA) • EMERGENCY. For each of the categories above, Uisce Eireann may require a combination of Sampling and Testing services (i.e. taking the sample, transport to the supplier’s laboratory, analysis and reporting), a Collection and Testing service (i.e. collection of sample(s) from a designated collection point(s), transport to the supplier’s laboratory, analysis and reporting) and Testing Only (receipt of samples delivered to the suppliers laboratory analysis and reporting). With regards to the PLANNED, UNPLANNED, and EMERGENCY categories, Uisce Eireann may also require sampling and/or testing of raw water (i.e. ground water or surface water), and In-Process Water (i.e. samples taken from locations within the treatment process). Additional Services may be procured through the course of the framework to facilitate various investigative activities including but not limited to the following areas of work:- • Process Optimisation • Process Proving / Commissioning These additional services may be PLANNED or UNPLANNED in nature. Lot 2: Provision of Wastewater Laboratory Testing Services. Uisce Eireann require wastewater laboratory testing services for the following sampling categories: • PLANNED (Wastewater Regulatory Sampling Plans ) • UNPLANNED (Investigative; Short term requests e.g. EPA) • EMERGENCY. For each of the categories above, Uisce Eireann may require a combination of Sampling and Testing services (i.e. taking the sample, transport to the supplier’s laboratory, analysis and reporting), a Collection and Testing service (i.e. collection of sample(s) from a designated collection point(s), transport to the supplier’s laboratory, analysis and reporting) and Testing Only (receipt of samples delivered to the suppliers laboratory analysis and reporting). The applicant should also have the capability to undertake analysis of samples from saline waters. With regards to the PLANNED, UNPLANNED, and EMERGENCY categories, Uisce Eireann may also require sampling and/or testing of In-Process Wastewater (i.e. samples taken from locations within the treatment process). Additional Services may be procured through the course of the framework to facilitate various investigative activities including but not limited to the following areas of work:- • Process Optimisation • Process Proving / Commissioning • Flow and Load Surveys • Sludge Testing These additional services may be PLANNED or UNPLANNED in nature. Lot 3: Provision of Contingency outsourcing of Laboratory Testing Services. Uisce Eireann require the provision of Drinking Water and Wastewater contingency and surge laboratory testing services to maintain continuity during equipment failure, accreditation loss, or capacity constraints.
Procurement Type:
Services
CPC Category:
Relates to a social or specific service contract as set out in Annex 14 of the Procurement Directive:
No
Directive:
2014/25/EU (Utilities)
Procedure:
Negotiated with prior call for competition
CfT Involves:
The establishment of a framework agreement
Framework agreement Timeframe:
N/A
CPV Codes:
71900000-Laboratory services
71620000-Analysis services
71700000-Monitoring and control services
90711500-Environmental monitoring other than for construction
90715000-Pollution investigation services
90733100-Surface water pollution monitoring or control services
Contact Point:
tenders@water.ie
Award per Item:
Yes
Inclusion of e-Auctions :
No
NUTS codes:
IE0
Estimated value (EUR):
0
Above or Below threshold:
Above
Time-limit for receipt of tenders or requests to participate:
23/10/2026 12:00
Deadline for dispatching invitations:
End of clarification period:
09/10/2026 12:00
Tenders Opening Date:
23/10/2026 12:30
Allow suppliers to make an online Expression Of Interest:
Yes
Contract awarded in Lots:
Yes
Number Of Lots:
3
Lot Name(1)
Lot 1 - Provision of Drinking Water Laboratory Testing Services   Award per Item: Yes
Lot Name(2)
Lot 2 - Provision of Wastewater Laboratory Testing Services   Award per Item: Yes
Lot Name(3)
Lot 3 - Provision of Contingency outsourcing of Testing and Sampling Services   Award per Item: Yes
Tenders For Lots:
Maximum Number of Lots
Maximum Number of Lots:
3
Contract duration in months or years, including any options and renewals:
4 years
Validity of Tender in days or months:
180 days
EU funding:
No
Multiple tenders will be accepted:
No
Date of Publication/Invitation:
28/09/2026 03:12
TED links for published notices:
https://ted.europa.eu/udl?uri=TED:NOTICE:667089-202...
Language of publication:
EN
Number of openers:
One