Shannon Foynes Port Company Supply and delivery of a Multipurpose Telehandler

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1. At a glance

Buyer Title CPV / category Estimated value Per-year Procedure type Lots Location Contract length Submission deadline Go-live / start | :------------------------ | :---------------------------------------- | :------------- | :-------------- | :------- | :------------- | :--- | :-------------- | :-------------- | :------------------ | :-------------- | Shannon Foynes Port Company Supply and delivery of a Multipurpose Telehandler to Foynes Port not stated not disclosed not stated Open procedure 1 Foynes, Co. Limerick not stated 2026-08-24T12:00:00 not stated

2. Scope of Work

This procurement seeks the supply and delivery of a new multipurpose telehandler to Foynes Port. The equipment will support the port's operational requirements and continuity. Tenderers are encouraged to propose low carbon emission options.

The telehandler must meet the following minimum technical specifications:

• Lift capacity: 2.5 to 3 tons.
• Transmission: Electro Hydraulic 2 Speed Hydrostatic Transmission.
• Steering: 4 Wheel Steer with 3 modes.
• Controls: Joy Stick Multifunction Control.
• Safety: Load Limiter Cut Off System, Reversing proximity sensors.
• Cab: Full All Weather Cab with Heater and air conditioning, Cloth Covered Adjustable Operators Seat.
• Lighting: Full Road Lights, Flashing Beacon & Reversing Siren.
• Instrumentation: Digital Weigh Load Indicator.
• Hydraulics: Hydraulic quick disconnect, Hydraulic adjustable forks.
• Visibility: Forward & reversing camera.
• Tyres: Industrial road tyres.
• Attachments: Bucket.

Both new and nearly new units will be considered.

The successful tenderer must supply the following documents with the delivered vehicle:

• Full workshop manual (2 hard copies, 1 PDF soft copy).
• Manufacturer’s specification.
• Technical specification of the proposed machine (2 hard copies, 1 PDF soft copy).
• Certificate of compliance with all statutory and European standards.

The successful tenderer is responsible for the offloading of the machine and attachments upon delivery. A familiarisation demonstration of the machine to SFPC maintenance and operations staff will be required.

Tender sums must be inclusive of all customs tariffs, excise duties, and any other charges related to the importation of goods or services.

3. Background & buyer context

Shannon Foynes Port Company (SFPC) is a commercial semi-state company operating Ireland's deepest sheltered commercial harbour and largest bulk port. SFPC has estuary jurisdiction over a 500km² area on the Shannon Estuary. It is a Tier 1 designated port nationally and a core port on the EU TEN-T network. SFPC operates under the Utilities Directive (2014/25/EU) and implementing Irish national legislation for procurements above EU thresholds, and adopts Office of Government Procurement guidelines for procurements below EU thresholds.

SFPC has developed a long-term vision, outlined in the "Shannon Foynes Port Company Vision 2041" document, to develop its facilities to meet customer demands and drive growth. To support operational continuity at Foynes Port, SFPC is procuring a multipurpose telehandler to meet its operational requirements.

4. Eligibility & selection criteria

Bidders must meet the following minimum requirements to be considered:

• Turnover requirement: Applicants must provide objective evidence confirming an average annual turnover of at least €240,000 during each of the previous three financial years.
• Insurance: Applicants must declare current insurance levels, with the following minimums required for the awarded contract:
• Public Liability: €6.5m
• Employer's Liability: €13m
• Product Liability: €6.5m
• Certifications: Not specified for this tender.
• Past experience: Applicants must demonstrate a history of supplying and supporting machines of a similar nature to the scope outlined. Details of 3 previous contracts are required.
• Personnel: Not specified for this tender.
• Geographic / facility constraints: Not specified for this tender.

5. Award criteria & scoring

The contract will be awarded based on the economically most advantageous tender, determined by a combination of qualitative and price criteria. The price/quality split is weighted as follows:

Criterion Weight (%) Sub-criteria