Tenders/9966 QS for Supply for softwood timber spacers for sleeper stacking 2

9966 QS for Supply for softwood timber spacers for sleeper stacking 2

Iarnród Eireann-Irish Rail

Published: Nov 3, 2026

Updated: Nov 4, 2026

Source: eTenders - Ireland Public Procurement

About This Opportunity

This is a services contract in the general supplies, transport and logistics and construction and civil works sectors, with a focus on Railways, Logistics and Freight. Located in Ireland, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums.

Published through eTenders - Ireland Public Procurement, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for services in the general supplies sector. Service contracts are typically evaluated on both technical quality and price, and may require bidders to demonstrate relevant experience and qualified personnel. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.

Description

This tender, managed through etenders_ie in Ireland, establishes a qualification system for the supply of softwood timber spacers. These spacers are specifically intended for sleeper stacking operations. The duration of the qualification system is not specified but implies a medium to long-term need. The contracting authority is likely an entity involved in railway maintenance or infrastructure development, though not explicitly stated in the title. A qualification system process involves pre-screening potential suppliers to ensure they meet specific criteria before being invited to bid on future contracts or receive orders. For this tender, typical requirements would include detailed specifications for the softwood timber, such as species, dimensions, moisture content, and durability. Suppliers would need to demonstrate their ability to consistently provide timber that meets these specifications, along with evidence of sustainable sourcing practices and robust quality control procedures. Experience in supplying timber for industrial or infrastructure projects would be advantageous. This process aims to streamline the procurement of essential materials for sleeper stacking.

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from eTenders - Ireland Public Procurement and was originally published on November 3, 2026. Last refreshed today. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About Iarnród Eireann-Irish Rail

Iarnród Eireann-Irish Rail has issued 1,719 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 144 currently open and 1,324 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Construction & Civil Works, Transport & Logistics, and General Supplies & Services. All notices are published for Ireland. Notices are distributed via ireland_etenders_csv, eTenders - Ireland Public Procurement, and TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU). Most recent publication: November 5, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

What type of contract is this?

This is a Services contract in the General Supplies & Services sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in Ireland. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

How can I submit a bid?

Visit eTenders - Ireland Public Procurement to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions provided by the contracting authority.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by Iarnród Eireann-Irish Rail in Ireland. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.