Ireland – Hire of buses and coaches with driver – Establishment of a panel of suitably qualified operating companies who will provide bus transport for trips/outings for schools and centres across Carlow and Kilkenny under the remit of KCETB
Opportunity Score
Confidence: 40%
Complexity: medium
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Deadline
services
Contract
Deep Portfolio Analysis
- Company fit score
- Missing certificates
- Eligibility blockers
- Bid / No-Bid recommendation
AI Analysis Summary
This tender is for the establishment of a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) panel of bus transport operators for schools and centres under the Kilkenny and Carlow ETB (KCETB) in Ireland. The panel will last 10 years, subject to annual review, and covers trips such as class trips, field trips, and sporting events. Estimated total value is €5,500,000. The procedure is restricted, and submissions are accepted via etenders, email, or in person. No specific deadlines, selection criteria, or award criteria are provided in the available data.
Strengths
Documents available
Medium complexity
Electronic submission
Risks
Restricted procedure — pre-qualification required
Analysis may be incomplete
Only part of the procurement documentation was analyzed. Additional eligibility requirements, certificates, or submission documents may exist in the remaining tender documentation.
Key Requirements
- Must be a suitably qualified operating company.
- Return all documentation as per tender documents.
- Submissions via etenders portal, by email, or by hand to KCETB Office.
Buyer
Name
Kilkenny and Carlow ETB
Location
Kilkenny, IRL
Website
Buyer profile
Identifier
3185103BH
Lots (1)
Single lot covering all bus transport needs for KCETB schools and centres in Carlow and Kilkenny for a 10-year period via a DPS panel.
Procurement Details
Publication
24 Sep 2025
Deadline
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Procedure
restricted
Contract
services
Language
ENG
Publication #
626344-2025
Classification
Performance: Ireland
Documents (2)
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Opportunity Score
Confidence: 40%
Complexity: medium
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Deadline
services
Contract
Deep Portfolio Analysis
- Company fit score
- Missing certificates
- Eligibility blockers
- Bid / No-Bid recommendation