Structural/Civil Engineering Services for Lower Lighthouse, Sceilg Mhichíl

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1. At a glance

2. Scope of Work

This tender seeks structural and civil engineering services for proposed repair and refurbishment works at the Lower Lighthouse on Sceilg Mhichíl, Co. Kerry. The services encompass the full lifecycle of design and project supervision for conservation and repair works to a heritage structure.

The scope of work includes:

• Preliminary Stage:
• Undertaking a detailed structural and civil engineering assessment of the existing Lower Lighthouse structure.
• Identifying and documenting structural defects, material deterioration, and any associated risks.
• Developing preliminary repair and refurbishment options, considering the heritage status of the site.
• Preparing preliminary designs and cost estimates.
• This stage has a scheduled duration of 13 weeks.
• Design Stage:
• Developing detailed design proposals for the repair and refurbishment works, adhering to conservation principles and relevant building regulations.
• Producing all necessary drawings, specifications, and schedules of works.
• Ensuring designs comply with IS EN 1991-1-1 (Eurocodes) for structural design.
• Acting as Project Supervisor Design Process (PSDP) in accordance with the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 and associated regulations.
• This stage has a scheduled duration of 52 weeks.
• Tender Stage:
• Assisting the Office of Public Works (OPW) in the tender process for the construction works.
• Responding to queries from prospective contractors.
• Construction Stage:
• Providing site supervision and contract administration services during the construction phase.
• Monitoring progress, quality, and safety on site.
• Certifying payments to the contractor.
• Managing any necessary design changes or variations.
• Specific Site Constraints:
• Works can only be carried out on site between May and September each year due to visitor access and site conditions.
• The site is a UNESCO World Heritage site, requiring strict adherence to conservation guidelines.
• The existing structure comprises a concrete ground floor slab, solid masonry walls, timber first floor, and a flat concrete roof. Window openings are a mix of cut granite, brickwork, timber, and reinforced concrete. The first floor consists of timber joists supporting timber floor boards.

3. Background & buyer context

This procurement is initiated by the Office of Public Works (OPW), the primary government body responsible for the management and maintenance of state buildings and heritage sites in Ireland. Sceilg Mhichíl, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is a location of significant historical and cultural importance. The Lower Lighthouse, a component of this site, requires essential repair and refurbishment to ensure its preservation. The procurement aligns with the OPW's mandate to conserve and protect national heritage assets. The specialist report informing this tender was issued to the OPW on 20th August 2021, following a survey conducted on 19th August 2021. The OPW also received 51 archive drawings of the lighthouse on 14th October 2024.

4. Eligibility & selection criteria

Bidders must meet the following minimum requirements to be considered:

• Turnover requirement: Not specified for this tender.
• Insurance:
• Public Liability: €6,500,000 per claim, with a maximum excess of €10,000 for property damage.
• Employer's Liability: €13,000,000 per claim.
• Professional Indemnity: €2,100,000 per claim, with an annual aggregate of €2,500,000.
• Certifications:
• Membership or eligibility for membership of a recognised professional body for the required role (e.g., ACEI, EI, RIAI, SCSI).
• Awareness of Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 and associated regulations.
• Past experience:
• A minimum of 10 years of post-qualification (primary degree) experience for key personnel.
• Submission of Certificates of Satisfactory Execution for up to 21 previous projects of a similar nature.
• Personnel:
• Key team members must possess a minimum of 10 years of post-qualification (primary degree) experience.
• The person responsible for health and safety management within the practice must be identified.
• Geographic / facility constraints: Not specified for this tender.

5. Award criteria & scoring

The contract will be awarded based on the Most Economically Advantageous Tender (MEAT) principle, with a balance between quality and price.

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