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Research Vessel for Inland Waters

National Parks and Wildlife(buyer)

Published
Published 9 October 2026
Deadline
Deadline: 5 November 2026 (16 days left)
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Overview

National Parks and Wildlife is seeking tenders for a dedicated, enclosed river cruiser-class research vessel to serve as an operational platform on Lough Ree and the River Shannon catchment. The requirement covers either new or qualifying second-hand vessels featuring 5–6 berths across two cabins, a functional flybridge, and heavy-duty stainless steel davits for tender management. The contract has an estimated value of €200,000, with submissions open until 5 November 2026.

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  • Research Vessel for Inland Waters

    The Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage is seeking tenders for a dedicated, enclosed river cruiser-class vessel to serve as a scientific research platform and operational "mothership" on Lough Ree and the River Shannon catchment. Both new and second-hand vessels will be considered. The vessel must feature a maximum air draft of 3.80m, a maximum water draft of 0.82m, a minimum of 5–6 berths across 2 separate cabins, a functional flybridge, and heavy-duty stainless steel davits for tender management. Second-hand options must have under 1,000 certified engine hours and complete service logs.

    €200,000

Key details

Country
Ireland
Status
Open for bids
Category
Goods
Estimated value
€200,000
Procedure
Open
Published
9 October 2026
Questions by
29 October 2026
Deadline
5 November 2026
Classification (CPV)
Marine patrol vesselsGoods vesselsProduction vesselsSurvey vesselsAuxiliary intelligence collection vessel

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  1. Contract Notice

    9 October 2026

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