Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 19 June 2024
159. Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Rural and Community Development further to Parliamentary Question No. 15 of 9 May 2024, for a status update on the development of Inis Oírr pier; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [26511/24]
Amharc ar fhreagraAs the Deputy is aware, Galway County Council is the responsible authority for the maintenance and development of pier infrastructure on the Aran Islands.
In July 2023, I gave approval to Galway County Council to issue a request for tender for the development of the Inis Oírr pier. Galway County Council is the contracting authority and is therefore responsible for all aspects of the procurement process.
I understand that a two-stage tender process is currently underway and that Galway County Council have published the Stage 2 tender documents.
I am advised that Galway County Council has extended the closing date for receipt of Stage 2 tender responses by 4 weeks, to mid August.
The assessment and evaluation of all valid tender responses will be carried out by Galway County Council and should take approximately 2 months. Subject to the successful completion of this procurement process, it is expected that a contractor will be appointed later this year.
I can assure the Deputy that I am determined that we maintain the momentum to get this project underway and completed.
