Tenders/WCCC26 553 Winterval Train Hire 2026

WCCC26 553 Winterval Train Hire 2026

Waterford City and County Council_103683

Published: Sep 30, 2026

Updated: Oct 1, 2026

About This Opportunity

This is a services contract in the transport and logistics sector, with a focus on Rail Transport, 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 transport and logistics 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, identified as WCCC26 553 and sourced from etenders_ie in Ireland, pertains to the hire of a train for the Winterval Christmas Festival in 2026. This procurement is for event services, specifically requiring a train to be used as an attraction or transport for the festival. The objective is to secure a functional and safe train service to enhance the festival experience. Typical requirements for this type of tender would include detailed specifications of the train offered for hire, including capacity, operational requirements, and safety certifications. Bidders must demonstrate their ability to provide the train and associated operational services for the duration of the festival, adhering to a strict schedule. This may involve providing drivers, maintenance, and ensuring compliance with all relevant rail safety regulations in Ireland. The contracting authority is looking for a reliable and experienced provider capable of delivering a high-quality train hire service that contributes positively to the Winterval Christmas Festival.

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from eTenders - Ireland Public Procurement and was originally published on September 30, 2026. Last refreshed today. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About Waterford City and County Council_103683

Waterford City and County Council_103683 has issued 72 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 12 currently open and 9 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Governance & Public Administration, Architecture & Engineering Services, and Construction & Civil Works. All notices are published for Ireland. Notices are distributed via eTenders - Ireland Public Procurement and TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU). Most recent publication: October 1, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

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 Waterford City and County Council_103683 in Ireland. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.

What type of contract is this?

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