N80 Leagh Bends Scheme Archaeological Consultancy Services Stages (i) to (iv)
Carlow County Council, the local government authority for County Carlow, is seeking archaeological consultancy services for the N80 Leagh Bends Scheme. The contract covers Stage (i) test excavations and surveys, Stage (ii) pre-excavation services, Stage (iii) excavations and preliminary reporting, Stage (iv) analysis, reporting, public dissemination and archiving, together with Stage (i)k archaeological monitoring of construction works. Each stage will begin only following a written instruction from the council; Stages (ii) to (iv), and construction monitoring, are provisional and may be delivered wholly, partly or not at all, with intervals caused by matters such as seasonal constraints or statutory consents. The estimated contract value is £830,000, with the service timeframe not specified in the tender details, and delivery is in the IE052 region of Ireland. The critical qualification requirement is archaeological consultancy capability covering the specified excavation, monitoring, analysis, reporting, dissemination and archiving services.
Buyer: Carlow County Council. Source: eTenders Ireland. Updated 15 Oct 2026.
Key facts
- Estimated value: €830k
- Bids close: 20 Nov 2026
- Location: South-East
- Procedure: Open
- Category: Archaeological services (71351914)
From the official notice
Carlow County Council is seeking to procure the provision of Archaeological Consultancy Services Stages (i) to (iv) on the N80 Leagh Bends Scheme. It is anticipated that the Archaeological Consultancy Services required by the Contract will be the Stages: Stage (i) Test Excavations and Surveys; Stage (ii) Pre-Excavation Services; Stage (iii) Excavations and Preliminary Reporting; Stage (iv) Analyses, Reporting, Public Dissemination and Archiving; and Stage (i)k Archaeological Monitoring of Construction Works. The commencement of each Stage will require a written Instruction to the Archaeological Consultant by the Contracting Authority. Stage (ii), Stage (iii) and Stage(iv) are strictly provisional and may be carried out in whole, in part or not at all and with possible intervals between the phases (arising from e.g. seasonal constraints, statutory consents) at the sole discretion of the Client. Tenderers should note that Stage (i)k archaeological monitoring of construction works will only proceed where instructed by the Client.
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Questions about this tender
When is the deadline?
Bids close on 20 Nov 2026.
What is it worth?
The estimated value is €830k.
Who can apply?
Any supplier that meets the buyer's requirements can apply. Check the official notice for conditions.
How do I bid?
Open the official notice, register on the buyer's portal and submit your bid before the deadline.
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