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Construction work – 9612 Qualification System for Tree Felling and Vegetation Removal 2031 Tender

Iarnród Eireann-Irish Rail

In context

This is a contract notice published by a state-owned enterprise covering services. Bids are invited through a restricted procedure. Delivery covers Ireland (Europe). It is classified under Forestry and Reforestation and Biodiversity and Nature against the sustainability taxonomy rather than matched on keywords.

Summary

Irish Rail seeks qualified contractors for a pre-qualification system to deliver tree felling and vegetation removal services on planned and emergency bases. Bidders must be arboricultural/forestry contractors with railway safety certifications (Safe Pass, PTS) and capacity to respond to both routine and time-critical work.

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About this tender

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) is establishing a Qualification System for Tree Felling and Vegetation Removal services. The system will cover both planned routine tree surgeon works notified in advance and emergency works responding to critical safety situations (weather events, sudden safety concerns, reactive safety-critical situations). Successful applicants will be appointed to the qualification system and receive future tender enquiries throughout the term. Ancillary services may be required in conjunction with main tree felling and vegetation removal works. All personnel must hold valid Safe Pass and Personal Track Safety (PTS) certifications, with training provided by Irish Rail. Manual handling training is mandatory for all employees. Irish Rail reserves the right to issue and award Framework Agreements from this Qualification System during its lifetime.

Bidder eligibility

Applicants must be suitably qualified companies capable of undertaking tree felling and vegetation removal work. All employees working on or near railway lines must obtain valid Safe Pass certification. If awarded a contract, all employees must complete Personal Track Safety (PTS) training (courses run by Irish Rail). All employees must have completed manual handling training. Companies must be capable of responding to both planned tender enquiries with advance notice and emergency works on a prompt, time-sensitive basis for safety-critical situations.

Key requirements

  • ✓Valid Safe Pass certification for all employees working on/near railway
  • ✓Valid PTS (Personal Track Safety) training required for all railway-adjacent workers
  • ✓Manual handling certification and competency
  • ✓Capacity to deliver both planned routine tree surgery and emergency reactive works
  • ✓Pre-qualification system membership for future tender eligibility

How this compares

  • Compared with 9 similar tenders (forestry in Ireland) listed in the last 12 months.
  • This is the only similar tender from this organisation listed here in the last 12 months.

Figures are computed from notices listed on Raise Lens in the same sector and country over the last 12 months.

About this sector

Forestry funding supports afforestation, reforestation, sustainable forest management and avoided deforestation. Money flows from climate finance, nature programmes, results-based payments and corporate buyers of forest carbon. Calls typically require land tenure clarity, community engagement and a credible plan to monitor tree survival over time.

Closes 4 Sep 2031
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Quick facts

SourceTED (EU)
Published15 Jul 2026
Closes4 Sep 2031
Buyer typesoe
Typeservices
Methodrestricted
DeliveryOn-site
CountryIE
RegionEurope
SubmissionExpression of interest for pre-qualification process to establish qualification
Last verified1 Nov 2026

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