Civil engineering works qualification system

Iarnród Éireann (IÉ) is seeking expressions of interest from suitably qualified applicants to establish a Qualification System for Civil Engineering associated with upgrading of the railway infrastructure and other related works that Iarnród Eireann may undertake directly or on behalf of Bus Eireann, Dublin Bus or CIE on their properties. The extent and details of these works will vary from location to location. The project works (from €50k up to value of €1M) shall be tendered to those Contractors approved for inclusion on this Qualification System. Examples of project works required may include but are not limited to any of the following: Any works required to facilitate construction of new platforms and/or extension and upgrading of existing platforms, Construction of footbridges and any associated lift installations, Any works required to facilitate construction of new car parks and/or extension and upgrading of existing car parks, Any works required to facilitate bridge widening, bridge replacement, bridge closures, road realignments, access roads etc, Construction of new over and underbridges, Alterations / maintenance to existing railway underbridges or overbridges, Embankment/cutting works including widening, strengthening and repair, Coastal defence works, Construction of roads, earthworks, drainage, boundary treatment and minor civil engineering works, Any works required to facilitate the installation of ducting / services routes / equipment cabinets etc. or relocation of services adjacent to the railway, Maintenance and demolition of existing railway structures / infrastructure, Works to existing and new OHLE support structures and infrastructure, Works to existing and new signalling support structures and infrastructure, Works to install new TPS (Train Protection System) infrastructure, Foundation works, ground engineering and geotechnical processes, All associated temporary works to ensure the continued operation of the railway.