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Passenger Ferry and Light Cargo Service between Sherkin Island and Baltimore Harbour, Co. Cork

Department of Rural and Community Development_158143(buyer)

Published
Published 6 November 2026
Deadline
Deadline: 4 December 2026 (21 days left)

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Overview

The Department of Rural and Community Development is seeking tenders for the provision of a passenger ferry and light cargo service between Sherkin Island and Baltimore Harbour in County Cork. The contract has an estimated value of €1,016,903.73. Submissions must be delivered by 4 December 2026.

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  • Passenger Ferry and Light Cargo Service between Sherkin Island and Baltimore Harbour, Co. Cork

    Request for Tenders dated 04/11/2026 for the provision of a Passenger Ferry and Light Cargo Service between Sherkin Island, County Cork and Baltimore Harbour, County Cork.

    €1,016,904

Key details

Country
Ireland
Status
Open for bids
Category
Services
Estimated value
€1,016,904
Procedure
open
Rules
Directive 2014/24/EU
Published
6 November 2026
Questions by
25 November 2026
Deadline
4 December 2026
Classification (CPV)
Ferry transport services

Competition

Expected competition

3

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€221,000

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  1. Contract Notice

    6 November 2026

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