Pre-qualification Questionnaire (PQQ) for Bus Éireann
Value
€500k
Deadline
13 Mar
13 Mar 2026
Value
€500k
Deadline
13 Mar
This project involves engaging with the Bus Éireann procurement process via the Coupa System. Contractors must express their interest and follow specific registration steps to access the tender documents and tasks.
Must-haves
Fail any = disqualifiedAll interested parties must Express an Interest on eTenders
Tenderers must ensure that all emails associated with the User Profile used in eTenders is valid
Background
Contractors interested in this procurement must first express their interest through the eTenders platform. After their interest is confirmed, they will receive an invitation to register on the Coupa System, where they can access the Pre-qualification Questionnaire (PQQ) and related tasks. The process is designed to ensure that all interested parties can effectively participate in the tendering process.
What this involves
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Scoring
Price
Methodology
Lots (1)
Documents (1)
PQQ Instructional Document.pdf
200.2 KB · Form / Declaration / Certificate
Original notice text
The Contracting Authority proposes to establish Single provider Framework Agreement for the Provision of Portable Fire Equipment Services to Bus Éireann for the Inspection and Testing of Fire Extinguishers at Bus Éireann facilities and on-board Bus Éireann’s vehicles for a five (5) year period. The Contracting Authority reserves the right to extend this Framework for a further period of Twelve (12) or Twenty-four (24) months. Bus Éireann (BÉ) requires the fire extinguisher maintenance contract to cover Annual certification, testing and maintenance of portable fire appliances at BÉ facilities. Visits garage sites to inspect and service the stock of inventory being held in stores for BÉ Vehicles. This Framework Agreement will be divided into five (5) Lots which are, Lot 1: South/Southeast. Lot 2: Southwest. Lot 3: East/Northeast. Lot 4: West. Lot 5: Northwest.
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