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    Establishment of a Multi-Party Framework Agreement for Design and Build Works Contractors for the Delivery of Large-Scale Social Housing Projects (Project Value Over €5m) for Cork County Council

    Cork County Council

    Establishment of a Multi-Party Framework Agreement for Design and Build Works Contractors for the Delivery of Large-Scale Social Housing Projects (Project Value Over €5m) for Cork County Council

    1. Competition notice published

      May 21, 2:01 PMMay 21, 2026 2:01 PM

    2. Questions deadline

      Jun 19, 11:00 AMJune 19, 2026 11:00 AM

    3. Qualification deadline

      Jun 26, 11:00 AMJune 26, 2026 11:00 AM

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    Ireland: Tenders/Cork County Council/Establishment of a Multi-Party Framework Agreement for Design and Build Works Contractors for the Delivery of Large-Scale Social Housing Projects (Project Value Over €5m) for Cork County Council

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    Cork County Council needs design and build works contractors for the delivery of large-scale social housing projects with an estimated project value in excess of €5 million, using Modern Methods of Construction (MMC), including multi-disciplinary design team services. The framework agreement has an overall estimated value of €250 million over 4 years, and it is intended that seven contractors will be appointed. The initial project involves the construction of 45 social housing units at Broomfield West (Phase B), Midleton, Co. Cork, comprising 1-bed, 2-bed, 3-bed, and 4-bed units, along with associated mechanical and electrical services, site development, and external works. The framework is for Contractor-Designed projects, with PW-CF2 as the public works contract form. Required consultancy services as part of the Contractor’s Design Team include Architectural Services (Designer and PSDP), Civil and Structural Engineering Services, and Mechanical and Electrical Services.

    About the bid

      Cork County Council is establishing a Multi-Party Framework Agreement for Works Contractors, including multi disciplinary Design Team Services, for the delivery of social housing projects using Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) with an estimated project value in excess of €5 million and no upper limit. Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) Specialist(s) - including but not limited to Volumetric Housing Units; Panelised (Timber Frame, Light Gauge Steel Frame, Precast Concrete Panels and Structurally-Insulated Panels); Insulated Concrete formwork. The framework will have an overall estimated value of €250 million, and it is intended that seven contractors will be appointed. The framework is for Contractor-Designed projects, with PW-CF2 to be used as the form of public works contract. The following consultancy services will also be required as part of the Contractor’s Design Team: • Designer – Architectural Services (Contractor Design Specialist), including PSDP • Designer – Civil and Structural Engineering Services (Contractor Design Specialist) • Designer – Mechanical and Electrical Services (Contractor Design Specialist) The initial project comprises the construction of 45 No. social housing units on a Design and Build basis using Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) at Broomfield West (Phase B), Midleton, Co. Cork. The accommodation comprises: • 10 No. 1-bed apartments • 8 No. 2-bed apartments • 3 No. two-storey 4-bed semi-detached houses • 8 No. 2-bed terrace houses • 16 No. 3-bed terrace houses The works will also include associated mechanical and electrical services installations, together with associated site development and external works. A set of Part 8 Planning Drawings accompanies this Suitability Assessment Questionnaire for illustration purposes. There is no guarantee of any subsequent contracts under the framework. However, any additional projects arising during the term of the framework will be awarded by way of mini-competition, with tenders assessed on the basis of cost and quality. Additional information regarding the scope of the framework and the initial contract will be provided at Stage 2 of the process. For the avoidance of doubt, the delivery period for any contract awarded under the framework may extend beyond the expiry date of the framework agreement.

      Contact name
      Micheal Brosnan
      Contact phone
      0858720198
      Contact email
      micheal.brosnan@corkcoco.ie
      Address
      County Hall, Carrigrohane Road, Cork, T12 R2NC Cork

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    Contracting authority
    Cork County Council
    Title
    Establishment of a Multi-Party Framework Agreement for Design and Build Works Contractors for the Delivery of Large-Scale Social Housing Projects (Project Value Over €5m) for Cork County Council
    Type
    CompetitionFramework agreementPrequalification
    Main code
    45000000Construction work
    Supplemental codes
    45210000Building construction work45211000Construction work for multi-dwelling buildings and individual houses45211100Construction work for houses45211300Houses construction work45211340Multi-dwelling buildings construction work71220000Architectural design services71311000Civil engineering consultancy services71312000Structural engineering consultancy services71315200Building consultancy services71321000Engineering design services for mechanical and electrical installations for buildings
    Location
    South-West
    Estimated value
    €250,000,000.00
    Duration
    4 years

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