Delivery of Conservation Measures with a focus on Rhododendron ponticum control with peatland restoration within the Cloghernagore Bog, Glenveagh National Park SAC Fawnboy Bog/Lough Nacung SAC CA036

The Site Specific Conservation Objectives for Cloghernagore Bog and Glenveagh National Park SAC 002047 notes the presence of Rhododendron in the attribute/target lists for peatland habitats such as Dry and Wet Heaths and Blanket Bog. In the instance of Fawnboy Bog, Lough Nacung SAC 000140, the presence of Rhododendron is …

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Delivery of Conservation Measures with a focus on Rhododendron ponticum control with peatland restoration within the Cloghernagore Bog, Glenveagh National Park SAC Fawnboy Bog/Lough Nacung SAC CA036
Auhindade andmise asutus:
Department of Housing Local Government and Heritage
Auhinna number:
0

1. Buyer

1.1 Buyer

Official name : Department of Housing Local Government and Heritage
Legal type of the buyer : Body governed by public law, controlled by a central government authority
Activity of the contracting authority : Environmental protection

2. Procedure

2.1 Procedure

Title : Delivery of Conservation Measures with a focus on Rhododendron ponticum control with peatland restoration within the Cloghernagore Bog, Glenveagh National Park SAC Fawnboy Bog/Lough Nacung SAC CA036
Description : The Site Specific Conservation Objectives for Cloghernagore Bog and Glenveagh National Park SAC 002047 notes the presence of Rhododendron in the attribute/target lists for peatland habitats such as Dry and Wet Heaths and Blanket Bog. In the instance of Fawnboy Bog, Lough Nacung SAC 000140, the presence of Rhododendron is not specified however the attribute Vegetation composition: non-native species is listed for dry and wet heath and blanket bog in the conservation objectives. The relevant attribute/target category Vegetation composition: non-native species has a stated target of less than 1percent cover of non-native species. The most recent Article 17 reporting states that the conservation status for the above habitats is unfavourable and bad To ensure a complete and comprehensive understanding as to the extent of the existing Rhododendron infestation of Cloghernagore Bog and Glenveagh National Park SAC 002047 and Fawnboy Bog,Lough Nacung SAC 000140 it is proposed to extend the surveying and mapping of Rhododendron infestation that have not been surveyed to date. The area not yet surveyed for Rhododendron infestation is circa 100 hectares. The proposed Rhododendron control will take place within the Cloghernagore Bog and Glenveagh National Park SAC 002047 and Fawnboy Bog,Lough Nacung SAC 000140. This will involve the treatment and retreatment of previously cleared areas of blanket bog, heath and other habitats. The total area infested with Rhododendron to be treated is circa 400 hectares. Trained work crews will undertake Rhododendron treatment within the target areas. Areas affected by slight to moderate Rhododendron infestation will be prioritised for initial treatment in accordance with the recommendations in Higgins 2008, which states that unchecked proliferation of Rhododendron in areas of slight to moderate infestation has a greater ecological impact than in areas where Rhododendron is already dominant. The treatment methods will follow best practice guidance in prioritising usage of the stem treatment method to treat target plants. This entails direct application of a dilute solution of glyphosate to a fresh scar near the base stem. The scar will be made with either a hatchet or a chainsaw. The glyphosate solution will have a maximum concentration of 7:1 water to glyphosate. However, where smaller plants less than 1.5 metres in height predominate, a solution concentration of as low as 20:1 may be used. To mitigate ecological risk, Rhododendron treatment will only be undertaken via stem or stump treatment i.e. foliar spraying will not occur. All field operatives will be required to have undertaken certified QQI Level 5 training in the preparation and handheld application of herbicides. Preparation of herbicide solution will be undertaken at a specific off-site bunded facility. Field operatives will have undertaken a minimum of 2 days field training in best practice i.e. stem treatment methods for treatment and control of Rhododendron and will be subject to ongoing supervision by an experienced project coordinator. Access to treatment sites will only be undertaken on foot. Access routes will be optimally selected to avoid trampling of sensitive habitats or riparian zones. Rhododendron leaf matter and brash will be prevented from entering watercourses by maintenance of a set-back distance appropriate to the sensitivity of the receptor i.e. Rhododendron located within 1 metre of running watercourses will not be treated. The successful contractor is expected to carry out the survey and mapping of water extraction points within the proposed target area of c.2000 hectares see Appendix I. See CfT Documents for further information
Procedure identifier : c93e5bab-7f26-4c0d-9d80-0246ab40ecf3
Type of procedure : Open
The procedure is accelerated : no
Justification for the accelerated procedure :
Main features of the procedure :

2.1.1 Purpose

Main nature of the contract : Services
Main classification ( cpv ): 90720000 Environmental protection
Additional classification ( cpv ): 90722000 Environmental rehabilitation
Additional classification ( cpv ): 90700000 Environmental services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 90710000 Environmental management

2.1.2 Place of performance

Country : Ireland
Anywhere in the given country

2.1.3 Value

Estimated value excluding VAT : 505 000 Euro

2.1.4 General information

Legal basis :
Directive 2014/24/EU

5. Lot

5.1 Lot technical ID : LOT-0001

Title : Delivery of Conservation Measures with a focus on Rhododendron ponticum control with peatland restoration within the Cloghernagore Bog, Glenveagh National Park SAC Fawnboy Bog/Lough Nacung SAC CA036
Description : The Site Specific Conservation Objectives for Cloghernagore Bog and Glenveagh National Park SAC 002047 notes the presence of Rhododendron in the attribute/target lists for peatland habitats such as Dry and Wet Heaths and Blanket Bog. In the instance of Fawnboy Bog, Lough Nacung SAC 000140, the presence of Rhododendron is not specified however the attribute Vegetation composition: non-native species is listed for dry and wet heath and blanket bog in the conservation objectives. The relevant attribute/target category Vegetation composition: non-native species has a stated target of less than 1percent cover of non-native species. The most recent Article 17 reporting states that the conservation status for the above habitats is unfavourable and bad To ensure a complete and comprehensive understanding as to the extent of the existing Rhododendron infestation of Cloghernagore Bog and Glenveagh National Park SAC 002047 and Fawnboy Bog,Lough Nacung SAC 000140 it is proposed to extend the surveying and mapping of Rhododendron infestation that have not been surveyed to date. The area not yet surveyed for Rhododendron infestation is circa 100 hectares. The proposed Rhododendron control will take place within the Cloghernagore Bog and Glenveagh National Park SAC 002047 and Fawnboy Bog,Lough Nacung SAC 000140. This will involve the treatment and retreatment of previously cleared areas of blanket bog, heath and other habitats. The total area infested with Rhododendron to be treated is circa 400 hectares. Trained work crews will undertake Rhododendron treatment within the target areas. Areas affected by slight to moderate Rhododendron infestation will be prioritised for initial treatment in accordance with the recommendations in Higgins 2008, which states that unchecked proliferation of Rhododendron in areas of slight to moderate infestation has a greater ecological impact than in areas where Rhododendron is already dominant. The treatment methods will follow best practice guidance in prioritising usage of the stem treatment method to treat target plants. This entails direct application of a dilute solution of glyphosate to a fresh scar near the base stem. The scar will be made with either a hatchet or a chainsaw. The glyphosate solution will have a maximum concentration of 7:1 water to glyphosate. However, where smaller plants less than 1.5 metres in height predominate, a solution concentration of as low as 20:1 may be used. To mitigate ecological risk, Rhododendron treatment will only be undertaken via stem or stump treatment i.e. foliar spraying will not occur. All field operatives will be required to have undertaken certified QQI Level 5 training in the preparation and handheld application of herbicides. Preparation of herbicide solution will be undertaken at a specific off-site bunded facility. Field operatives will have undertaken a minimum of 2 days field training in best practice i.e. stem treatment methods for treatment and control of Rhododendron and will be subject to ongoing supervision by an experienced project coordinator. Access to treatment sites will only be undertaken on foot. Access routes will be optimally selected to avoid trampling of sensitive habitats or riparian zones. Rhododendron leaf matter and brash will be prevented from entering watercourses by maintenance of a set-back distance appropriate to the sensitivity of the receptor i.e. Rhododendron located within 1 metre of running watercourses will not be treated. The successful contractor is expected to carry out the survey and mapping of water extraction points within the proposed target area of c.2000 hectares see Appendix I. See CfT Documents for further information
Internal identifier : 0

5.1.1 Purpose

Main nature of the contract : Services
Main classification ( cpv ): 90720000 Environmental protection
Additional classification ( cpv ): 90722000 Environmental rehabilitation
Additional classification ( cpv ): 90700000 Environmental services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 90710000 Environmental management

5.1.2 Place of performance

Country : Ireland
Anywhere in the given country
Additional information :

5.1.3 Estimated duration

Start date : 01/08/2025
Duration end date : 31/07/2026

5.1.5 Value

Estimated value excluding VAT : 505 000 Euro

5.1.6 General information

Reserved participation : Participation is not reserved.
Procurement Project not financed with EU Funds.
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA) : yes

5.1.7 Strategic procurement

Aim of strategic procurement : Reduction of environmental impacts
Description : Rhododendron Eradication
Approach to reducing environmental impacts : The protection and restoration of biodiversity and ecosystems
Green Procurement Criteria : No Green Public Procurement criteria

5.1.11 Procurement documents

Languages in which the procurement documents (or their parts) are unofficially available : English

5.1.12 Terms of procurement

Terms of submission :
Electronic submission : Required
Languages in which tenders or requests to participate may be submitted : English
Electronic catalogue : Not allowed
Tenderers may submit more than one tender : Not allowed
Deadline for receipt of tenders : 18/07/2025 00:00 +01:00
Deadline until which the tender must remain valid : 90 Day
Information about public opening :
Opening date : 21/07/2025 00:00 +01:00
Terms of contract :
The execution of the contract must be performed within the framework of sheltered employment programmes : Not yet known
Electronic invoicing : Allowed
Electronic ordering will be used : yes
Electronic payment will be used : yes

5.1.15 Techniques

Framework agreement :
No framework agreement
Information about the dynamic purchasing system :
No dynamic purchase system

5.1.16 Further information, mediation and review

Review organisation : The High Court of Ireland -
Information about review deadlines : Post 18th July Evaluation will commence
Organisation providing offline access to the procurement documents : Department of Housing Local Government and Heritage -
Organisation receiving requests to participate : Department of Housing Local Government and Heritage -
Organisation processing tenders : Department of Housing Local Government and Heritage -

8. Organisations

8.1 ORG-0001

Official name : Department of Housing Local Government and Heritage
Registration number : IE400068T
Postal address : Newtown Road
Town : Wexford
Postcode : Y35 AP90
Country subdivision (NUTS) : Dublin ( IE061 )
Country : Ireland
Telephone : +53 9117551
Roles of this organisation :
Buyer
Organisation providing offline access to the procurement documents
Organisation receiving requests to participate
Organisation processing tenders

8.1 ORG-0002

Official name : The High Court of Ireland
Registration number : The High Court of Ireland
Department : The High Court of Ireland
Postal address : Four Courts, Inns Quay, Dublin 7
Town : Dublin
Postcode : D07 WDX8
Country subdivision (NUTS) : Dublin ( IE061 )
Country : Ireland
Telephone : +353 1 8886000
Roles of this organisation :
Review organisation

8.1 ORG-0003

Official name : European Dynamics S.A.
Registration number : 002024901000
Department : European Dynamics S.A.
Town : Athens
Postcode : 15125
Country subdivision (NUTS) : Βόρειος Τομέας Αθηνών ( EL301 )
Country : Greece
Telephone : +30 2108094500
Roles of this organisation :
TED eSender
Notice information
Notice identifier/version : 5fd35b50-5439-42c0-b5d3-e1904c42a862 - 01
Form type : Competition
Notice type : Contract or concession notice – standard regime
Notice dispatch date : 10/06/2025 15:55 +01:00
Languages in which this notice is officially available : English
Notice publication number : 00380890-2025
OJ S issue number : 111/2025
Publication date : 12/06/2025