Supply of Agricultural Equipment and Associated Services

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1. At a glance

2. Scope of Work

This tender seeks to establish a single-supplier framework agreement for the supply of agricultural equipment and associated services across seven distinct lots. The equipment is intended for use in QQI Level 5 and Level 6 Agricultural courses at Colaiste an Atha and potentially other ETB centres. The equipment must be fit for purpose, meeting the requirements of instructors delivering training to apprentices and students in a farming environment.

The seven lots are:

• Lot 1: Grass Management and Tillage

• Minimum Tillage Drill: 3m mounted disc harrow and mounted air drill (3m working width, toothed packer roller, 1250 litre air drill tank, double disc coulters, variable rate control, automatic section control, GPS tramline guidance, external control terminal, work light package, lighting with warning signs).

• Tractor-mounted Fence Post Driver (400kg hammer, CE certified).

• Solar Powered Electric Fencer (for up to 40 acres, dual solar panel, battery status indicator, portable, water-resistant).

• Grass Measuring Equipment (grass measuring system, e-gate remote gate release system).

• Lot 2: Fertiliser and Pesticide Application Systems

• Pesticide Trailed Boom Sprayer (minimum 3200-litre tank capacity, fixed axle, single line hydraulic brakes, 340/85R48 tyres, wheel fenders, single piston diaphragm pump, auto fill and auto dilute, PTO drive shaft, pressure and flow based automatic rate control, 24m with 8 sections, electro-hydraulic boom folding, multi-nozzle holder, 24m pressure recirculation system, terrain control, ISOBUS control, chemical eductor, spray gun with chemical eductor, analogue pressure gauge, brush with hose reel).

• Twin Disc Fertiliser Spreader (18-28m spread, 2700 kg minimum hopper capacity, calibration test set, electronic isolink operation, automatic calibration, side independent variable application rate control, automatic width section control ECONOV with 12 sections, continuous automatic weighing, stainless steel weighing cell, fertiliser type memory, manual application adjustment, stainless steel safety guard, mudguards).

• Lot 3: Mobile Sheep Handling Equipment

• Crate Sheet + Lamb Handler fixed with Curved Lead-up for Sheep Crate (stainless steel, for sheep 5-90kg, enables drenching, weighing, tagging, drafting, crate lifts feet off ground, anti-backing flaps, forcing gate).

• Lot 4: Mobile Cattle Handling Equipment

• Mobile Cattle Crush (20ft, unrestricted access, heavy duty galvanised, hydraulic lift & lower, semi-automatic head gate and crush back gate, grip mat).

• 20ft x 20ft pen (galvanised gates).

• Cattle hurdles (8ft x 10 gates, galvanised).

• Gallagher W-1 Weigh Head.

• Lot 5: NIR Scanner

• Portable NIR Scanner (max weight 2kg, protective carry case, integrated touch screen, dual rechargeable Li-ion batteries, offline capability, spectral range 950-1800nm, commissioning and training support).

• Lot 6: Calving Simulator

• Transportable, life-size birthing cow simulator (includes amniotic fluid, uterus, rectum, birth canal, internal heating, clear window for feedback).

• Lot 7: ISOBUS Tractor + Autosteer

• Large frame tractor (minimum 155hp, minimum 2765mm wheelbase, infinitely variable transmission, self-levelling factory-fitted loader, full autosteer unlocked). Includes premium cab package, mechanical cab suspension, premium radio, 4WD front axle, Bridgestone tyres, specific PTO and hydraulic pump specifications, 4 electronic SCVs, Autotrac ready wiring harness, G5Plus universal display, Link Modem, Starfire universal receiver, E-SCV 3F mounting frames, joystick with configurable buttons, tractor preparation for hydraulic implement unlatching and front loader lights, fuel tank (minimum 330 litre), immobiliser, data tag identification system, pneumatic trailer brake system, LED lighting package, alternator (14V/250A), battery circuit breaker, ISOBUS socket, 3-pin power socket, drawbar insert, pick-up hitch, fender controls, front hitch package, front centre link, additional oil reservoir, Power beyond preparation, iTEC Basic, licence plate brackets, and tractor bumper safety weight (1000kg).

The list of equipment is not exhaustive. Tenderers must provide pricing for a minimum of 12 months warranty, with options for extended warranty for years 2-5.

3. Background & buyer context

The Waterford and Wexford Education and Training Board (WWETB) is procuring agricultural equipment and associated services to support its QQI Level 5 and Level 6 Agricultural courses at Colaiste an Atha. This initiative aligns with the board's commitment to providing practical, industry-relevant training. The establishment of a single-supplier framework agreement aims to streamline procurement and ensure consistent access to necessary equipment over the contract term. The WWETB was officially formed on 1st July 2014, incorporating Waterford and Wexford Training Centres. This procurement supports the ongoing educational and training needs of the region.

4. Eligibility & selection criteria

• Turnover requirement: Confirmation that turnover exceeded €500,000.
• Insurance:
• Employer’s Liability: €13 million
• Public Liability: €6.5 million
• Product Liability: €6.5 million
• Certifications:
• Sprayer test for Ireland EN ISO 16122.
• CE Marking - S.I. No. 228/2016 (European Union (Ecodesign Requirements for Certain Energy-related Products)).
• Past experience: Not specified for this tender.
• Personnel: Not specified for this tender.
• Geographic / facility constraints: Not specified for this tender.

Tenderers must also provide their Tax Clearance Access Number and Tax Reference Number for online verification.

5. Award criteria & scoring

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