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Greenlink Blackstart Services 2026

Public buyer
EirGrid plc
Dublin
Place of performance
Dublin
Estimated value
€3,400,000 excl. VAT
Amount awarded
€3,400,000 excl. VAT
Bids received
1
Form
Framework agreement
Multi-year contract: the buyer places orders as needs arise.
Procedure
Negotiated procedure without prior publication
The buyer consulted a few companies directly: it is no longer possible to take part.
Publication
9 July 2026
Notice language
English

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Description

EirGrid intends to enter into an agreement with Greenlink Interconnector (“Greenlink”) for the provision of Black Start services. This agreement aims to enhance system resilience and ensure rapid restoration capabilities in the event of a major outage. It is structured to address the technical requirements and operational needs specific to Black Start scenarios.

This agreement is for 3 years from 23 February 2026 - 23 February 2029 with an option to extend for 2 additional years (5 years in total) value is €680K per year - €3,400,000 total over the potential 5 years

Awarded to

CPV codes

European codes that classify what the contract is about. They are how we find the tenders for your trade.

71314000

Winning prices for comparable contracts

A quarter below
€68,984
Median
€300,000
A quarter above
€1,000,000

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Source : TED – Office des publications de l'Union européenne © Union européenne, données retraitées. Reference 475664-2026.