RFT 03/26/GM Works Contractor and PSCS for Apprenticeship Expansion Project Construction and Refurbishment Works at Atlantic Technological University Connemara 2026

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1. At a glance

2. Scope of Work

This tender seeks a Works Contractor and Project Supervisor for the Construction Stage (PSCS) for construction and refurbishment works at Atlantic Technological University (ATU) in Connemara. The project, titled the Apprenticeship Expansion Project, involves works across multiple locations within the ATU campus. The scope encompasses general construction, refurbishment, and associated mechanical and electrical (M&E) installations.

The constituent activities and deliverables include:

• Construction and Refurbishment:
• Ground Floor Computer Room & Machine Hall 3 (Drawing No: ATU-M&E-GF-0)
• Ground Floor Machine Hall 1 (Drawing No: ATU-M&E-GF-1)
• Ground Floor Computer Room & Machine Hall 3 (Drawing No: ATU-M&E-GF-2)
• First Floor Design Studio F4 (Drawing No: ATU-M&E-FF-0)
• First Floor Office 4 F10 (Drawing No: ATU-M&E-FF-1)
• Mechanical and Electrical (M&E) Works:
• General Electrical Specification (Drawing No: ATU-GES-2)
• Schedule of Prices (Drawing No: ATU-M&E-PS-2)
• Project Supervisor for the Construction Stage (PSCS) Duties:
• Ensuring compliance with the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (Construction) Regulations 2013.
• Managing and coordinating health and safety during the construction phase.
• Ensuring the project is constructed safely and without risk to health.
• Specific Technical Requirements:
• Abutments: Turn up a minimum of 150 mm where partition frames abut perimeter walls.
• Electrical installations must comply with ETCI Wiring Regulations.
• Fire performance requirements to BS EN 13501-2 and reaction to fire classification to BS EN 13501-1, Class A1.
• Acoustic performance measured in accordance with BS EN ISO 354 and rated in accordance with BS EN ISO 11654.
• Standards for specific materials include BS EN 14566 and BS EN 14195.
• Rubber flooring to the lift cabin.
• Timber bulkhead to be trimmed back to allow the independent liner.
• Contractual Framework: The works will be governed by the Short Public Works Contract PW-CF6 v1.15.

The contract duration and specific volumes of work are not detailed in the provided metadata.

3. Background & buyer context

This procurement is for the Apprenticeship Expansion Project at Atlantic Technological University (ATU) in Connemara. The project aligns with the broader strategic objective of expanding apprenticeship opportunities within the higher education sector. While not explicitly stated, such expansion typically requires enhanced facilities and infrastructure to support increased student intake and specialized training programs. The procurement is being conducted by ATU, an educational institution focused on technological advancement and skills development. The use of the Short Public Works Contract (PW-CF6 v1.15) indicates a standard approach for public works projects of this nature in Ireland, managed by the Department of Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation. No incumbent contractor is mentioned.

4. Eligibility & selection criteria

Bidders must meet the following minimum requirements to be considered:

• Turnover requirement:
• Minimum Yearly Turnover arising from General Construction: €750,000.00.
• Insurance:
• Public Liability Insurance: Minimum indemnity limit of €6,500,000.00 in respect of any one accident. Maximum excess for property only: €6,500.
• Employer's Liability Insurance: Minimum indemnity limit of €13,000,000.00 in respect of any one accident. Maximum excess: €6,500.
• Professional Indemnity Insurance: Minimum level of €16,000,000.00 required for the Works Contractor. Maximum permissible excess on Professional Indemnity Insurance in any one claim is the greater of 2% of the Tenderer’s annual turnover or €5,000, cover on an annual aggregate basis.
• Certifications:
• Safety Management System: In accordance with ISO 45001:2018 or equivalent. Certified membership of Safe-T-Cert may be deemed equivalent.
• Past experience:
• Evidence of Health and Safety aspects of works previously undertaken over the past 5 years (or 7 years where necessary for competition).
• Projects must be similar in nature and complexity to the Works.
• Completion of Appendix B1 (List of Previous Works Projects) and Appendix B2 (Certificate of Satisfactory Execution) is required.
• For Type 2 & 3 Projects, evidence of adequate and appropriate ongoing health and safety training and commitment of resources is required.
• For Type 3 projects, details of membership in groups/bodies promoting health and safety matters and any external resource or expertise relevant to the project.
• Personnel:
• Management staff with appropriate educational/professional qualifications and experience, and with Health and Safety qualifications, training, and experience relevant to the Works.
• Personnel with appropriate educational and professional qualifications and experience, and with Health and Safety qualifications, training, and experience relevant to the Works.
• CVs for management staff and personnel should detail qualifications, experience on similar projects, and roles held.
• Average annual numbers of persons employed (including managerial positions) over the last 3 years.
• Geographic / facility constraints: Not specified.

5. Award criteria & scoring

The award criteria are not explicitly detailed with scoring percentages in the provided documents. However, the selection criteria are stated as pass/fail. The tender will likely follow a standard Most Economically Advantageous Tender (MEAT) approach, balancing price and quality. Quality aspects will be assessed based on the bidder's technical capability, health and safety competence, and past performance, as demonstrated through the required documentation and appendices. Price will be evaluated against the submitted pricing schedule.

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