Transport Tenders Ireland
What Irish public bodies buy in Transport, and what is open now
Irish public bodies have 42 Transport tenders open today, worth €2.8bn where the buyer put a figure on it. 8 of them close inside a week. National Transport Authority, KARE and Iarnród Eireann-Irish Rail are advertising the most.
Bidding windows are short and the winners are usually the firms that saw the notice coming.
Browse open transport tenders from Irish public bodies, including fleet management, public transport services, and logistics contracts. Sourced from TED (Tenders Electronic Daily), the EU's official procurement journal.
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Value Distribution
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Top Buyers in Transport
Transport Market Guides by Authority
All market guides →How specific Irish public bodies buy transport: award patterns, top suppliers, value bands, and bid-readiness steps from past award data.
Showing the 8 authorities with the most transport awards. See all 36 transport market guides.
Transport Procurement in Ireland
Transport procurement in Ireland covers public transport operations, fleet management, road maintenance and signage, traffic management systems, logistics and freight services, and vehicle supply. Key buyers include the National Transport Authority (NTA), Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII), Bus Eireann, Irish Rail, local authorities, and the Department of Transport. The sector is increasingly focused on sustainability, with electric vehicle fleets, low-emission public transport, and active travel infrastructure featuring heavily in recent tenders. Transport contracts often have long durations (5-10 years for services) and significant capital values.
Tips for Bidding on Transport Tenders
Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) and the NTA are the largest buyers, monitor their forward procurement pipelines published on their websites.
Sustainability and emissions reduction are increasingly weighted in evaluation, highlight your environmental credentials and low-carbon solutions.
Fleet and vehicle tenders often require EU type-approval certification and compliance with Irish road transport regulations.
For road maintenance contracts, demonstrate your PSCS (Project Supervisor Construction Stage) capability and traffic management competency.
Long-term transport services contracts (5+ years) often include performance-based payment mechanisms, understand the KPIs before bidding.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the main buyers of transport services in Ireland?
The largest buyers include Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) for road and light rail infrastructure, the National Transport Authority (NTA) for public transport services, Bus Eireann, Irish Rail (Iarnrod Eireann), local authorities for local road maintenance and traffic management, and the Department of Transport for policy and programme delivery.
What types of transport contracts are tendered in Ireland?
Common contract types include road construction and maintenance, public transport service operations (bus routes, school transport), fleet supply and management, traffic management systems, road signage and safety barriers, logistics and freight services, cycling and pedestrian infrastructure, and transport planning consultancy.
Are electric vehicle contracts increasing in Irish public procurement?
Yes. Under Ireland's Climate Action Plan and the National Development Plan, public bodies are transitioning to zero-emission fleets. Tenders for electric buses, EV charging infrastructure, electric vehicle supply, and associated maintenance services have increased significantly since 2023.
How are school transport services procured in Ireland?
School transport is managed by Bus Eireann on behalf of the Department of Education. Bus Eireann contracts private operators through a licensing and tendering process. Operators need PSV (Public Service Vehicle) licences, appropriate insurance, Garda vetting for drivers, and vehicles that meet specific safety standards.
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