§ Lord Lairdasked Her Majesty's Government:
What capital work is currently underway for Waterways Ireland; when contracts were sought; on what basis they were awarded and to whom; what are the related costs; and when the work will be completed. [HL2522]
§ The Lord Privy Seal (Lord Williams of Mostyn)Waterways Ireland is currently carrying out a number of capital projects by direct labour. Works include dredging, bank protection, access, Landscaping and the provision of additional jetties and moorings. No external firms are employed as main contractors on these projects.
In addition two major supply contracts were awarded as follows:
Supply and Installation of five floating jetties on the Lower Bann;
Contract sought18 December 2002
Tender Price£147,784
Supply and Installation of 180m floating moorings at Shannonbridge, Co Offaly.
Contract sought: 31 May 2002
Tender Price: €81,000
Both contracts were awarded to: Inland & Coastal Marina Systems Ltd, Banagher, County Offaly on the basis of meeting the specifications, being deemed to be suitable and being the lowest tenders.
Related costs: During the course of a capital project many small supply contracts are awarded for materials such as timber, concrete, sand, gravel and the hire of plant and machinery, as required.
Completion date: Both contracts are scheduled to be completed by December 2003.