by
Tralee Secondary School
A public tender has been issued by Kerry ETB for architectural services to lead a sustainability-focused upgrade of Gaelcholáiste Chiarraí in Tralee.
This project involves the upgrade and minor refurbishment of the existing Gaelcholáiste Chiarraí school facilities in Tralee. The works will be delivered in line with the standards set by SOLAS, the Department of Education (DOE), and the Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science (DFHERIS). Key tasks include upgrading windows, doors, sanitary facilities, internal finishes, mechanical and electrical elements, and implementing sustainable practices such as energy efficiency and low-waste construction. The overall aim is to ensure the school remains operational, safe, and environmentally efficient, while complying with Irish statutory requirements. All work is to be carried out with minimal disruption to school operations, and site-specific health and safety plans are mandatory.
Location
Sector
Education
Website
Tender Portal
Tender Stage
ITT
Deadline
6 October 2025
Contract Type
Minor Works
Project Value/Scale
€60k
Consultant Team
Civil/Structural Engineer
Building Services Engineer
Quantity Surveyor
Health & Safety Coordinator (PSDP)
Assigned Certifier (if applicable)
Building Services Engineer
Quantity Surveyor
Health & Safety Coordinator (PSDP)
Assigned Certifier (if applicable)
Submission Criteria
Completed Form of Tender (Appendix D)
Completed Tender Proposal Form (Appendix E)
Health & Safety Declaration (Appendix G)
Evidence of:
Required insurance levels
Tax clearance certificate
Confirmation of qualifications of personnel
Commitment to Design Team Procedures (TGD007)
Named Design Team Leader
Scored Criteria:
Criterion 1: Service to be Provided (Max 25 marks)
– Schedule of services and resources included in the fee
– Names of personnel
– Commentary on Building Control Regulations compliance
Criterion 2: Competency of Firm (Max 25 marks)
– Past project experience of similar size and complexity (three projects from last seven years)
Criterion 3: Project Delivery (Max 20 marks)
– Programme, budget control, phasing strategy
Minimum score: 40% pass mark required in each criterion.