Procurements: Railway engineering services

>20 archived procurements

Railway engineering services have been procured by organizations such as Iarnrod Eireann-Irish Rail, Commission for Railway Regulation (CRR), and Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII).

Historically, suppliers within this area have been AECOM Ireland Ltd, Atkins, Barry Transportation, Jacobs Engineering Ireland Ltd, Mott Macdonald Ireland, RPS Consulting Engineers Ltd, AECOM Ireland Limited, Alstom Transport, Alstom Transport UK, and ARUP Consulting Engineers.

Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services (>20 new procurements)

Engineering services (>20)

Consultative engineering and construction services (>20)

Civil engineering consultancy services (16)

Transport systems consultancy services (2)

Recent procurements of railway engineering services in Ireland

2025-11-18 MetroLink Programme Delivery Partner Support Services (Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII))
TII intends to award a MetroLink Programme Delivery Partner Support Services Contract, with specific services to be performed set out by task orders. The Programme Delivery Partner appointed to perform the Contract will provide capability and capacity to integrate with and support the MetroLink Directorate in the co-ordination and management of the pre- and post-contract stages of the MetroLink Project. The Programme Delivery Partner will manage various contracts procured by TII through providing … View the procurement »

2025-07-04 9356 Structural Inspection of Connolly Station Arches 2025 (Iarnrod Eireann-Irish Rail)
Iarnród Éireann (IÉ) is seeking competitive tenders from suitable Specialist Engineering Consultants (the Inspector) to undertake Arched Vault (AV) Structural Condition Inspections at Connolly (CY) Station assets where normal access is prohibitive to conventional inspection methodologies. The successful Applicant must be able to supply appropriately qualified personnel to undertake the inspections in line with the specification issued at ITT stage. This will include: an on-site team of Engineers to be … View the procurement »

2025-07-03 9198 Provision of Power pack Overhaul and Maintenance Services (Iarnrod Eireann-Irish Rail)
This is a call to competition by IE for the procurement of Power pack Maintenance Services (the “Contract”). Iarnród Éireann (IÉ) operate a fleet of Intercity Railcars (Class 22000) which are fitted with MTU 6H1800 Power pack Units. The 275-vehicle fleet are maintained in Portlaoise Railcar Depot. In 2020, a 6-year contract was awarded to the incumbent service provider, and this agreement is due to expire in December 2026. The contract involves both on-site (running maintenance) and off-site (heavy … View the procurement »

2025-05-27 8520 New Sleeper Production Facility (Iarnrod Eireann-Irish Rail)
We are proposing to construct a new Concrete Sleeper Production facility at Portlaoise Rail and Sleeper Depot, Co Laois. The new facility will automate a number of the production processes, significantly reducing manual labour input and substantially increasing annual production. The Design of the New Plant Layout will be key to achieving our objectives. The successful applicant shall supply a detailed design for the factory building, Automation will be introduced into elements of each of the processes … View the procurement »

2025-03-21 9146 Multi-Party Framework Agreement for Railway Bridge Assessment (Iarnrod Eireann-Irish Rail)
IE invites Applicants to participate in the pre-qualification process to appoint suitably qualified companies to a multi-party, framework agreement for Railway Bridge Assessments, at various locations throughout the IE Rail Network. Those companies successfully appointed to the Framework will receive all future tender enquiries. Background Information: Iarnród Éireann has an aging infrastructure with approximately 3000 railway bridges. These bridges transport cars and trucks (bridges known as … View the procurement »

2025-02-06 CRR APIS Framework to provide Assistance to the CRR in the area of Underground Railway and Structural Design (Commission for Railway Regulation (CRR))
The purpose of this competition is to establish a Framework Agreement (FA) with a panel of suitably qualified persons and organisations for the provision of expert assistance to the Commission for Railway Regulation in the area of Underground Railways and Structural Design and Light Rail Vehicles. View the procurement »

2024-06-05 8581 SET Implementation Contractor/Partner (Iarnrod Eireann-Irish Rail)
Irish Rail are seeking a Contractor with the following core attributes. Has comprehensive experience in delivering multi-disciplinary rail engineering services to a range of clients across a diverse range of projects and who has competent design, installation and testing teams in place to deliver consistently to the client’s requirements. Has demonstrable competence in the delivery of systems lead projects with a focus on system integration across the signaling, telecommunications, and electrification … View the procurement »

2024-05-16 Tender to provide expert assistance to the CRR in the area of railway vehicles and signalling (Commission for Railway Regulation (CRR))
Tender to provide expert assistance to the CRR in the area of railway vehicles and signalling. The lead expert may be supported by other experts from the same company. The lead expert will be expected to provide advice on: 1. EU Railway vehicle Authorisation including the NRs, TSIs, applicable mandatory and voluntary standards, Requirements Capture, Authorisation Strategy, the Authorisation process and or requirements, and ERATV. 2. Rolling Stock Acceptance to IE National legal provisions including Light … View the procurement »

2023-10-04 TII372 Technical Consultancy Framework (Transport Infrastructure Ireland TII)
Transport Infrastructure Ireland is acting as a central purchasing body in respect of five multi-party framework agreements for the provision of technical consultancy services for delivery of National Road Projects, Public Transport Projects, and Walking and Cycling Projects, together with any ancillary services which may be inferred therefrom or be necessary to carry out the services. The Framework is split into the following 5 Lots: Lot 1a for projects with construction value less than 5 million, Lot … View the procurement »

2023-09-14 8475 Single Party Framework Agreement for Consultancy Services (Iarnrod Eireann-Irish Rail)
This is a call to competition by IE for the procurement of a Single Party Framework Agreement for Consultancy Services. IE is looking to engage with a multi-disciplinary consultant (MDC) to assist IÉ with the following services: Category 1: Strategic and Policy Advisory Services Category 2: Technical and Design Advisory Services Category 3: Contract Advisory Services View the procurement »

2023-04-18 Enterprise Rail Project - Rail Vehicle Advisory Services (1) (Iarnrod Eireann-Irish Rail)
The Enterprise Fleet Replacement Project (EFRP) is a joint venture project between Northern Ireland Railways (NIR) and Iarnród Éireann (IÉ). Both companies are responsible for the provision of passenger rail services, including the procurement and maintenance of rolling stock, within Northern Ireland & Republic of Ireland. It is intended to procure a new Enterprise fleet to operate hourly passenger services on the Belfast - Dublin railway. The EFRP team requires Professional Support for “Rail Fleet … View the procurement »

2023-03-16 8357 – Supply of Electonic Fuel Injection & New Computer for Class 201 (Iarnrod Eireann-Irish Rail)
Supply of Electronic Fuel Injection & New Computer for Class 201 View the procurement »

2023-03-08 Rail Welding, Repair and Track Inspection Services (Iarnrod Eireann-Irish Rail)
This is a call to competition by IE for Rail Welding, Repair and Track Inspection Services. Iarnród Éireann requires a company to provide services in the following; (1) welding of Rails in situ using the thermit welding process under SoW5 and SmW-F formats or approved equivalent. (2) Electric Arc Welding Track Repairs; for rail defects such as squats, wheel burns, gauge corner cracking – all personnel to be certified in both manual and automatic flux cored and stick welding for carbon, Manganese, and … View the procurement »

2023-01-06 Single Party Framework Agreement for the services of a Designated Body (DeBo) and Notified Body (NoBo) for DART + Programme (Iarnrod Eireann-Irish Rail)
NoBo and DeBo services are required to perform specific assessments and audits as required, to establish the adequacy and rigor of the Interoperability (TSI’s and NNTR’s) for the DART + Programme. In accordance with Interoperability Directive (EU) 2016/797, recognition by the Commission for Rail Regulation (CRR) in Ireland will be a mandatory requirement for this tender, and only vendors recognized by the CRR will be shortlisted and invited to tender. View the procurement »

2023-01-04 Enterprise Rail Project - Rail Vehicle Advisory Services (Iarnrod Eireann-Irish Rail)
The Enterprise Fleet Replacement Project (EFRP) is a joint venture project between Northern Ireland Railways (NIR) and Iarnród Éireann (IÉ). Both companies are responsible for the provision of passenger rail services, including the procurement and maintenance of rolling stock, within Northern Ireland & Republic of Ireland. It is intended to procure a new Enterprise fleet to operate hourly passenger services on the Belfast - Dublin railway. The EFRP team requires Professional Support for “Rail Fleet … View the procurement »

2022-08-11 Treatment of Surface Rail Defects by Rail Milling (Iarnrod Eireann-Irish Rail)
Treatment of Surface Rail Defects by Rail Milling It is now proposed to again procure the services of an external road/rail vehicle rail milling contractor with suitable equipment and skilled operators to undertake this work. The contractor will also include for all necessary on-shift supervisors, operatives, support staff and support vechicles to carry out the service. All consumables required for the delivery of the service shall be provided by the contractor. View the procurement »

2022-07-27 Resident Engineer UK to oversee Irish Rail CME supplier Activities (Iarnrod Eireann-Irish Rail)
IÉ wishes to contract required support and assistance from an experienced industry expert to act as the onsite representative / Resident Engineer (the Contractor) as required at all agreed UK based suppliers. The role will be based at the contractor’s home or office, ideally located in Central England. View the procurement »

2022-06-24 Multi-Disciplinary Consultant (Iarnrod Eireann-Irish Rail)
Irish rail requires the service of a suitable and qualified Multi-Disciplinary team to support the ongoing safety approvals and entry into service of the current order of 41 cars. View the procurement »

2022-06-20 Glounthuane to Midleton Twin Track Construction (Iarnrod Eireann-Irish Rail)
• Twin tracking of the single-track sections between Glounthaune and Midleton (approximately 70% of the 10km route) • Reconfiguration of the operational track layouts, as required. • Provision of sidings/turn back facility at Midleton. • Provision of new cable containment routes from Glounthaune to Midleton • Facilitation of signalling upgrades and alterations. • All associated works (drainage, retaining walls, boundary treatments, etc.). View the procurement »

2022-05-19 DART + PROGRAMME - BEMU INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECT (Iarnrod Eireann-Irish Rail)
Iarnród Éireann (IÉ) have made the first order of Battery Electric Multiple Unit (BEMU) trains to decarbonise public transport via replacement of some diesel services. For BEMUs to operate successfully, charging facilities are required to recharge the batteries and interventions are required to stabling and depot maintenance facilities. View the procurement »

2022-05-18 LONG TERM SUPPLY AND SUPPORT OF A COMPUTER BASED INTERLOCKING SYSTEM (Iarnrod Eireann-Irish Rail)
IÉ are seeking to install a Computer Based Interlocking (CBI) Cabinet that contains the interlocking logic which processes the route setting activity based on the dispatcher command, and the control of the trackside with the corresponding level of safety. Object Controllers (OC) that monitor and control trackside objects are also required. Lineside Electronic Units (LEU) may be required as a part of this tender. This contract will run for circa 25 years View the procurement »

2022-04-29 SIGNALLING & TELECOMMUNICATIONS UPGRADE (DESIGN & BUILD) FOR THE CORK AREA COMMUTER RAIL (CACR) PROJECT (Iarnrod Eireann-Irish Rail)
This is a call to competition by IE for suitably qualified companies to participate in the pre-qualification process for the proposed tender for the Signalling & Telecommunications Upgrade ( Design & Build) for the Cork Area Commuter Rail ( CACR) project. The overarching Cork Area Commuter Rail (CACR) programme comprises the heavy rail elements of CMATS. The programme objective is to deliver a transformative higher capacity, higher frequency unified through running suburban rail service for citizens … View the procurement »

2022-02-17 CRR Compliance Auditing Framework (Commission for Railway Regulation (CRR))
Framework Agreement between the CRR and persons and/or organisations for provision of expert assistance in future projects in the auditing of compliance by Railway Organisations with their respective Management Systems. View the procurement »

2021-09-17 Supply and delivery of expansion switches (Iarnrod Eireann-Irish Rail)
This is a call to competition by Iarnród Éireann (IÉ) to award a long term contract for the supply and delivery of Expansion Switches (the “Contract”). IÉ invites Applications from suitably qualified companies to participate in the Pre-Qualification process to award a contract for the machining and delivery of Expansion (adjustment/breather) switches following free-issue of rail by IÉ. This will be a fixed price contract valid for three years with the option to extend annually for up to a maximum of two … View the procurement »

2021-09-06 7814 - Supply and Delivery of Cast Baseplates (Iarnrod Eireann-Irish Rail)
7814 - Supply and Delivery of Cast Baseplates Iarnród Éireann – Irish Rail (IÉ) are seeking suitably qualified candidates to participate in the tender for the Supply and Delivery Of Cast Baseplates for Expansion Switches. They are to be manufactured to the following specification SGI BS 2789: 1985 Grade 500/7 (EN1563). The Contract the subject of this competition is a contract for 3 years with an option to extend by 2 years at IE’s discretion View the procurement »

2021-06-23 Multi Disciplinary Consultancy Design – Glounthaune to Midleton Double Tracking Project (Iarnrod Eireann-Irish Rail)
Iarnród Éireann require the services of a multi-disciplinary consultant to carry out the preliminary design/planning, detailed design and construction phases of key elements of the larger Cork Area Commuter Rail Programme. The scope of the proposed contract will include the Double Tracking of the Glounthaune to Midleton Line and other associated works. The contract will comprise all elements of design including permanent way, signalling, civil, structural and environmental design as well as quantity … View the procurement »

2021-05-05 Framework for Technical Services for Projects Funded by the National Transport Authority (National Transport Authority)
The objective of this competition is to establish a framework of suitable qualified service providers who will be available, upon request, to tender for the provision of certain technical services in relation to projects funded by the Authority. It is intended that this framework will include as contracting authorities the National Transport Authority, Dublin Bus, Bus Éireann, Go-Ahead Ireland, Iarnród Éireann, Transport Infrastructure Ireland and any future operators of services from any Bus Market … View the procurement »

2021-04-15 Coastal Infrastructure Protection Programme-Multi-Disciplinary Consultant Services (Iarnrod Eireann-Irish Rail)
The Coastal Infrastructure Protection Programme (CIPP) (subject of this contracts being procured) is part of the Dublin to Rosslare Railway line environs. The CIPP will provide for enhanced climate resilience to the railway infrastructure network. IE wishes to procure a multi-disciplinary consultant to undertake the preparation of the project design, statutory approval processes and construction supervisor to project and programme closeout for the CIPP programme. View the procurement »

2020-09-11 Overhaul and Repair of Ni-Cad Batteries (Iarnrod Eireann-Irish Rail)
IÉ wishes to procure the services of a suitably experienced company capable of overhauling and repairing trainset Batteries on all IE’s fleets including Electric Multiple Units (EMUs) and Diesel Multiple Units (DMUs) and locomotives. The successful tenderer will be required to collect batteries from IÉ’s Depots, overhaul or repair them in accordance with the Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM’s) recommendations.and return them. Typical overhauls will include but not limited to: individual battery cell … View the procurement »

2020-06-26 Cork Northern Distributor Road Route Selection (Cork City Council)
Cork City Council (the ‘Client’) wish to engage the services of a suitably qualified and experienced consultant engineer led multi-disciplinary design team for the route selection process for the Cork Northern Distributor Road. The services sought require multi-disciplinary engineering and other specialist consultancy services, consisting of all services necessary or desirable for the purposeful delivery of phases 1-2 as per the National Transport Authority's guidelines for the management of public … View the procurement »

2020-05-19 Commercial Framework (Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII))
Transport Infrastructure Ireland wishes to set up a single party and a multi party framework contract for the provision of when required quantity surveying, management of programmes, risk management, value management and any other related services in relation to national roads and public transport projects for use by TII and local authorities. View the procurement »

2020-05-11 Assistance the the CRR in the Area of Railway Vehicles (Commission for Railway Regulation (CRR))
The purpose of this competition is to provide assistance the the CRR in the area of Railway Vehicles. For precise details of requirements please read Appendix 1 of tender document. View the procurement »

2020-03-13 Provision of Mechanical and Electrical Professional Services for CCE (Iarnrod Eireann-Irish Rail)
Iarnród Éireann-Irish Rail are inviting suitably qualified candidates to tender for mechanical and electrical professional services for the civil engineering department within Iarnród Éireann-Irish Rail the building and facilities mechanical and electrical section of the civil engineering department of Iarnród Éireann-Irish Rail is responsible for all aspects of the management of inspection/maintenance and repair activities for Iarnród Éirean-Irish Rail buildings and facilities that includes railway … View the procurement »

2019-09-26 Technical Engineering Services (Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII))
Transport Infrastructure Ireland (the ‘Contracting Authority’) is acting as a central purchasing body in respect of 5 multi-party framework agreements (each a ‘Framework Agreement’) for the provision of technical engineering services for delivery of national road projects and public transport projects, together with any ancillary services which may be inferred there from or be necessary to carry out the services (the ‘Services’), divided into 5 separate lots. The framework agreement has an anticipated … View the procurement »

2019-09-04 MTU Powerpack Maintenance Services (Iarnrod Eireann-Irish Rail)
Iarnród Éireann (IÉ) operate a fleet of Intercity Railcars (Class 22000) which are fitted with MTU 6H1800 Powerpack Units. The 234 vehicle fleet are maintained in Portlaoise Railcar Depot. In 2013, a 7-year contract was awarded to the incumbent service provider and this agreement is due to expire in June 2020. The contract involves both on-site (running maintenance) and off-site (heavy maintenance) as well as the provision of warranty support. This procurement process is intended to result in a … View the procurement »

2018-10-23 Cork Line Level Crossing Consultancy (Iarnrod Eireann-Irish Rail)
This is a call to competition by IE for the procurement of a Consultant to undertake the following stages of development for the Cork Line Level Crossing Project, which involves the elimination/de-manning of level crossings on the Dublin to Cork line including: — preliminary design, including options development and selection, — planning and statutory processes, including railway order, and internal/external safety approvals, — detailed design and tender process, — construction stage support and … View the procurement »

2018-10-08 CRR Framework Re-Underground Railways (Commission for Railway Regulation (CRR))
Framework to provide expert assistance to the CRR in the area of Underground Railways and Structural Design. View the procurement »

2018-10-08 Framework to Provide Assistance to CRR in the Area of APS (Commission for Railway Regulation (CRR))
Framework to provide expert assistance to the CRR in the area of authorisation to place in service and tasks associated with Directive 2007/59/EC — licensing of train drivers. View the procurement »

2018-09-27 Supply and delivery of expansion switches (Iarnrod Eireann-Irish Rail)
This is a call to competition by Iarnród Éireann (IÉ) to award a long term contract for the supply and delivery of Expansion Switches. IÉ invites Applications from suitably qualified companies to participate in the Pre-Qualification process to award a contract for the for the machining and delivery of Expansion (adjustment/breather) switches following free-issue of rail by IÉ. This will be a fixed price contract valid for three years with the option to extend annually for up to a maximum of 2 additional … View the procurement »

2018-09-04 Track Welding Services (Iarnrod Eireann-Irish Rail)
Iarnród Éireann requires a company to provide services in the following: (1) welding of Rails in situ using the thermit welding process under SoW5 and SmW-F formats or approved equivalent; (2) Electric Arc Welding Track Repairs; for rail defects such as squats, wheel burns, gauge corner cracking – all personnel to be certified in both manual and automatic flux cored and stick welding for carbon, Manganese, and HP335 rail; (3) Grinding repair to Plain Rail, switches and crossings in carbon, tri-metal zone … View the procurement »

2018-05-03 Supply of Track Welding Services (Iarnrod Eireann-Irish Rail)
Iarnród Éireann requires a company to provide services in the following: (1) welding of Rails in situ using the thermit welding process under SoW5 and SmW-F formats or approved equivalent. (2) Electric arc welding track repairs; for rail defects such as squats, wheel burns, gauge corner cracking – all personnel to be certified in both manual and automatic flux cored and stick welding for carbon, Manganese, and HP335 rail (3) Grinding repair to Plain Rail, switches and crossings in carbon, tri-metal zone … View the procurement »

2017-08-18 Engineering Design Services for New Metro North (National Transport Authority)
The NTA and TII (see Section VI.3. — Additional Information) seek to appoint a design team to progress the New Metro North Project from the Concept Design stage to construction, inclusive of the obtaining of planning and environmental consents, the tendering of the scheme's construction and (provisional) construction supervision. NMN is a metro rail project, with an approximate length of about 19 kms, mainly in tunnel, and with (approximately) 14 stations, located in Dublin, Ireland. It will provide a … View the procurement »

2017-07-28 Luas Infrastructure Asset Audit (Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII))
TII is a state body that is the infrastructure provider for Luas and its remit is to secure the provision of, or to provide, such light railway and metro infrastructure as may be determined from time to time by the Minister. TII has the responsibility to ensure the infrastructure assets of Luas are receiving appropriate care and are being managed effectively. This procurement process shall result in the appointment of an external independent and expert team to perform condition appraisals of the assets … View the procurement »

2017-06-30 Framework Agreement for CRR (Commission for Railway Regulation)
Framework Agreement between the CRR and persons and organisations for provision of expert assistance in future projects in the auditing of compliance by Railway Organisations with their respective Management Systems. View the procurement »

2016-03-02 Locomotive Suspension Tube Redesign (Iarnrod Eireann-Irish Rail)
Iarnród Éireann (IÉ) are seeking expressions of interest from suitably qualified and experienced companies to carry out a redesign of their 201 Locomotive Fleet Suspension Tube. IÉ operate a fleet of twenty two, 201 Class Locomotives (GM EMD JT42HCW). These locomotives have been in service since 1994. The GE traction motors installed on the fleet are secured to all 6 drive axles on each loco, via a suspension tube arrangement. The suspension tubes are manufactured from a selection of structural cast … View the procurement »

2015-08-18 Supply and Delivery of Expansion Switches Following Free Issue of Rail by IÉ (Iarnrod Eireann–Irish Rail)
Iarnród Éireann (IÉ) invites applications from suitably qualified companies to participate in the pre qualification process for the proposed tender for the machining and delivery of expansion (adjustment/breather) switches following free issue of rail by IÉ. Pre qualification questionnaire attached to this notice and should be completed and returned as directed in order to be considered. This will be a fixed price contract valid for 3 years with the option to extend annually for up to a maximum of 2 … View the procurement »

2015-02-16 Consultancy Services for new Centralised Traffic Control (CTC) Centre (Iarnrod Eireann-Irish Rail)
In 2013 a strategy study was carried out by Iarnród Éireann to evaluate the performance of the existing Centralised Traffic Control (CTC) centre (based at Connolly Station, Dublin) and to determine an effective Staging Proposal for the development of a new integrated Centralised Traffic Control centre. A number of limitations and deficiencies associated with the existing CTC control systems were identified. It is intended that an updated and integrated CTC will be constructed to allow Iarnród Éireann to … View the procurement »

2014-07-12 CCE5129 - Rail Welding, Grinding and Point Care Services (Iarnrod Eireann-Irish Rail)
Iarnrod Eireann requires companies to provide personnel skilled in the following (1) welding of rails in situ, using the Aluminothermic welding process, under Sm W-F format or approved equivalent. (2) Electric Arc Welding Repairs, squats, wheel burns, guage corner cracking - personnel to be certified in both manual and automatic flux cored and stick welding for carbon and manganese steel. (3) Grinding repair to plain Rail,switches and crossings in carbon, TMZ and manganese steel. (4)Competent in use of … View the procurement »

2014-07-10 RSC - FA- CA2014 - Framework Agreement which is to be set up by the Railway Safety Commission (Railway Safety Commission (RSC))
Framework Agreement which is to be set up by the Railway Safety Commission to engage Consultants to assist with future projects in the compliance auditing of certified Railway Organisations. View the procurement »

2014-07-10 RSC-FA-APS — Framework Agreement for Railway Safety Commission to engage Consultants to assist with future projects... (Railway Safety Commission (RSC))
Framework Agreement which is to be set up by the Railway Safety Commission to engage Consultants to assist with future projects associated with Authorisation to Place in Service (APS) railway sub-systems and vehicles. View the procurement »