EirGrid & ESB Networks tenders

EirGrid runs Ireland's transmission grid as the all-island TSO and is the dominant single buyer of HV transmission infrastructure works; ESB Networks does the same on the distribution side. Both procure under the EU Utilities Directive rather than the standard public-works regime, so notice cadence and qualification thresholds differ from typical state-body procurement — bidders generally need pre-qualification on EirGrid's framework lists for steady deal flow. Active themes for 2026 are ECP-2 (Enduring Connection Policy round 2) reinforcements driven by the renewable + storage queue, plus Celtic Interconnector substation-side works at Knockraha; expect a steady stream of HV cable, switchgear, and ducting packages over the next 18 months.

Auto-populated from TED (Irish notices). EirGrid framework calls and pre-qualification rounds may also appear under separate notice types; verify on EirGrid's procurement portal before bidding.