Search

  • Search


    9947 Station Services Mediation System (SSMS)

    Iarnród Eireann-Irish Rail

    9947 Station Services Mediation System (SSMS)

    1. Competition notice published

      Sep 1, 8:43 AMSeptember 1, 2026 8:43 AM
    2. Questions deadline

      Oct 1, 11:00 AMOctober 1, 2026 11:00 AM
    3. Qualification deadline

      Oct 14, 11:00 AMOctober 14, 2026 11:00 AM

    Brief

    Tender search/Iarnród Eireann-Irish Rail/9947 Station Services Mediation System (SSMS)
    Brief

    Programvareprodukter og lisenser

    Iarnród Eireann-Irish Rail needs a Station Services Mediation System (SSMS) for an initial period of 8 years, with an option to extend for a further 3 years, with a maximum total value of 4,000,000 EUR. The SSMS will provide a central platform for real-time passenger information services across the railway network in Dublin, integrating with existing and future operational systems like timetable systems, signalling systems, Passenger Information Display Systems (PIDS), Long Line Public Address (LLPA) systems, and external passenger information platforms. The solution must support phased migration from existing Customer Information Systems to a future Centralised Traffic Control and Communications Based Interlocking (CBI) environment, ensuring continuity of passenger information services. The scope includes all necessary software, licences, configuration, integration, testing, commissioning, migration, documentation, training, maintenance, technical support, cybersecurity updates, lifecycle, and obsolescence management.

    About the bid

      Iarnród Éireann – Irish Rail (IÉ) is seeking to establish a contract for the design, supply, configuration, integration, commissioning, support and maintenance of a Station Services Mediation System (SSMS). The SSMS will provide the central processing, integration and management platform for real-time passenger information services across the Iarnród Éireann railway network. The system will interface with existing and future IÉ operational systems, including timetable systems, signalling systems, Passenger Information Display Systems (PIDS), Long Line Public Address (LLPA) systems and external passenger information platforms. The solution will support the phased migration from IÉ's existing Customer Information Systems to the future Centralised Traffic Control and Communications Based Interlocking (CBI) environment while maintaining continuity of passenger information services throughout the transition. The scope includes all necessary software, licences, configuration and integration services, testing, commissioning, migration, documentation, training, maintenance, technical support, cybersecurity updates, lifecycle and obsolescence management required to provide a fully operational and supported SSMS solution. The proposed contract will be for an initial period of eight (8) years, with an option for IÉ to extend the contract for a further three (3) years at its discretion.

      Contact phone
      01-7030000
      Contact email
      catherine.odonoghue@irishrail.ie
      Address
      Inchicore, Dublin 8 Dublin

    Custom Assessment Criteria

    Start a free trial to ask your own questions about the tender and get AI-generated answers.

    Award Criteria

      Found no award criteria in the contract notice.

    Qualification requirements

      Found no qualification requirements in the contract notice.

    Previous Contract Winners

    Start a free trial to see who has won similar tenders for this buyer.

    See the full notice

    Contracting authority
    Iarnród Eireann-Irish Rail
    Title
    9947 Station Services Mediation System (SSMS)
    Type
    CompetitionPrequalification
    Main code
    48813000Passenger information system
    Supplemental codes
    72263000Software implementation services72265000Software configuration services72267100Maintenance of information technology software
    Location
    Dublin
    Estimated value
    €4,000,000.00
    Duration
    8 years

    Active similar competitions

    • Iarnród Eireann-Irish Rail

      Nettverk og telekommunikasjon

      9719 IM GSM-R Call Monitoring Solution

      Iarnród Eireann-Irish Rail needs an automated drive-testing and RF monitoring solution for its national GSM-R mobile network, which provides driver to CTC communications, over 14 years with a maximum total value of 3,000,000 EUR. The solution should include a GSM-R Modem and hardware (option)/software/firmware capable of interfacing with the modem and providing an HTTP REST API, which can be integrated with existing IÉ hosted servers or a supplier-provided cloud-based solution. This is to negate the requirement for staff to travel onboard trainsets for monitoring and drive-testing.

      Competition with qualificationSep 7, 2026
      Oct 6, 2026(12 days)
      €3,000,000
    • Iarnród Eireann-Irish Rail

      Oppføring av bygninger

      9096 Qualification System for Civil Engineering Works €50k to €1m

      Iarnród Éireann (IÉ) is seeking expressions of interest from suitably qualified applicants to establish a Qualification System for Civil Engineering associated with upgrading of the railway infrastructure and other related works that Iarnród Eireann may undertake directly or on behalf of Bus Eireann, Dublin Bus or CIE on their properties. The extent and details of these works will vary from location to location. The project works (from €50k up to value of €1M) shall be tendered to those Contractors approved for inclusion on this Qualification System. Examples of project works required may include but are not limited to any of the following: Any works required to facilitate construction of new platforms and/or extension and upgrading of existing platforms, Construction of footbridges and any associated lift installations, Any works required to facilitate construction of new car parks and/or extension and upgrading of existing car parks, Any works required to facilitate bridge widening, bridge replacement, bridge closures, road realignments, access roads etc, Construction of new over and underbridges, Alterations / maintenance to existing railway underbridges or overbridges, Embankment/cutting works including widening, strengthening and repair, Coastal defence works, Construction of roads, earthworks, drainage, boundary treatment and minor civil engineering works, Any works required to facilitate the installation of ducting / services routes / equipment cabinets etc. or relocation of services adjacent to the railway, Maintenance and demolition of existing railway structures / infrastructure, Works to existing and new OHLE support structures and infrastructure, Works to existing and new signalling support structures and infrastructure, Works to install new TPS (Train Protection System) infrastructure, Foundation works, ground engineering and geotechnical processes, All associated temporary works to ensure the continued operation of the railway.

      Qualification systemJul 28, 2025
      Mar 14, 2030(100+ days)
    • Iarnród Eireann-Irish Rail

      Oppføring av bygninger

      9667-Qualification System for Civil Engineering Works for €1m to €5m - Lot 1

      Iarnród Eireann-Irish Rail needs civil engineering works for the upgrading of railway infrastructure and other related works, which may include maintenance, construction, and alteration of bridges, coastal defense, platform works, footbridges, car parks, embankment/cutting works, roads, earthworks, drainage, boundary treatment, minor civil engineering and building works, installation of ducting/services routes, demolition of railway structures, foundation works, ground engineering, and geotechnical processes. The works are for projects valued between €1 million and €5 million. Suppliers must be approved for inclusion on the Qualification System.

      Qualification systemApr 23, 2026
      Aug 19, 2031(100+ days)
    • Iarnród Eireann-Irish Rail

      Grunnarbeid og anleggsvirksomhet

      8816 QS Large Civil Engineering Works - Lots 1-3 (€5M to €10M, €10M to €20M and €20M to €50M)

      This is a call to competition by Iarnród Éireann to establish a multi-party Qualification System with three lots for large Civil Engineering Works associated with the upgrading of the railway infrastructure or Rosslare Europort and other related works that Iarnród Éireann may undertake directly or on behalf of Bus Eireann, Dublin Bus or CIE on their properties. Iarnród Éireann, also known as Irish Rail, operates Ireland's national railway network. Iarnród Éireann was founded in 1987, as a subsidiary of Córas Iompair Éireann (CIÉ). Iarnród Éireann operates all internal InterCity, Commuter, DART, and freight train services in the Republic of Ireland, as well as the Enterprise service between Dublin and Belfast, in collaboration with Northern Ireland Railways. In addition to its railway services, Iarnród Éireann also oversees the operation of Rosslare Europort, which serves as a significant ferry port connecting Ireland with destinations in the United Kingdom and mainland Europe. The extent and details of these works will vary from location to location. All project works shall be tendered to those companies, depending on the selected lot, approved for inclusion on this Qualification System under the chosen lot. Companies may apply for one or multiple lots and can apply for inclusion at any stage of the Qualification System’s duration. An individual PQQ application must be submitted for each lot CLOSING DATE FOR RETURN OF INITIAL COMPLETED QUESTIONNAIRE: 12 noon on 22.05.2024 but new applicants may apply for inclusion at any stage during the lifetime of this QS. Lot 1: Contracts with an estimate value of between €5M and €10M (excl. VAT) Lot 2: Contracts with an estimate value of between €10M and €20M (excl. VAT) Lot 3: Contracts with an estimate value of between €20M and €50M (excl. VAT)

      Qualification systemApr 9, 2025
      May 7, 2028(100+ days)
    • Iarnród Eireann-Irish Rail

      Rådgivende ingeniørtjenester for bygg og anlegg

      9301 Qualification System for Professional Services

      Iarnród Eireann-Irish Rail needs professional services to support current and future projects and business objectives. This qualification system is for strategic/expert advisory services, professional services secondments, delivery of project management phases, advice on planning and statutory processes, and development of alternative project implementation options.

      Qualification systemMay 12, 2026
      Mar 1, 2031(100+ days)