Supply and Delivery of Solar Lights for Bus Stop Poles

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1. At a glance

2. Scope of Work

The National Transport Authority (NTA) requires the supply and delivery of solar lights for installation on TFI bus stop poles. The contract duration is four years, with an estimated requirement of 100 solar lights per annum, subject to review after the first year. Deliveries will be made in variable batch sizes to Broadstone Bus Depot in Dublin 7. The estimated total value of the contract is €480,000.

The scope of work includes:

• Product Supply: Providing solar lights that meet specific technical and performance requirements. These include:
• Dimensions suitable for a 60.3mm outside diameter stainless steel pole with a 100mm clearance.
• Light performance: Minimum 3000K colour temperature, 20%-40% light output without motion detection, 100% with motion detection, 0% in daylight, minimum 3 days power reservation, 1m minimum ground coverage, and 2,800W equivalent minimum light output at full power.
• Battery requirements: Minimum 12Ah energy storage capacity, minimum 3-year lifespan, availability of replacement batteries, and a battery percentage indicator.
• Solar panel requirements: Minimum 90° movement range, minimum 5-year lifespan, maximum 11kg weight, IP65 rating, and a working temperature range of -15°C to +55°C.
• CE marking.
• An indicator to show charging status (charging/fully charged/not working).
• Delivery:
• Delivery of solar lights in variable batch sizes to Broadstone Bus Depot, Phibsborough Road, D07X2AE Dublin.
• For orders of 50 units or more, delivery must be completed within four weeks of a written order.
• For orders of up to 50 units, delivery must be completed within two weeks of a written order.
• All deliveries are to be completed by the end of Q2 2030.
• Installation and Maintenance Support:
• Demonstrating the installation method of the solar light onto a TFI pole upon delivery of the first batch.
• Providing training on the maintenance of the solar lights, including details on replacing parts.
• Assisting in the purchase of replacement parts out of warranty.
• Preparing and submitting a detailed Maintenance Plan within 20 working days of the contract commencement date, covering inspection, preventative maintenance, cleaning, routine maintenance, repair, and reactive maintenance.
• Responsibility for the procurement of all replacement/spare components and parts for maintenance and repair by others.
• Health and Safety: Ensuring the safety and security of all persons affected by the services, complying with relevant Safety, Health and Welfare at Work legislation and codes of practice.
• Quality Management: Operating management systems compliant with ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 or equivalent standards.

The NTA reserves the right not to commission any assignments or order any materials under the contract.

3. Background & buyer context

The National Transport Authority (NTA) is a statutory non-commercial body established under the Dublin Transport Authority Act 2008 and operating under the Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport. Its functions have been significantly expanded since its renaming and through subsequent legislation, covering national public transport procurement, integrated ticketing, network development, licensing, rural transport, bus infrastructure, public transport branding, taxi regulation, and strategic planning for the Greater Dublin Area. The NTA also undertakes non-statutory functions including planning and funding sustainable transport projects in regional cities and administering travel programmes. This procurement aligns with the NTA's remit to provide bus infrastructure and schemes.

4. Eligibility & selection criteria

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