Foynes to Limerick Road Construction Project – Croagh to Rathkeale and Rathkeale to Foynes Sections

This major infrastructure project involves the construction of the remaining sections of the Foynes to Limerick Road in Ireland, including approximately 35km of new road infrastructure to connect Foynes Port to the motorway network. The project comprises three main sections: Type 2 Divided Protected Road from Foynes to Rathkeale (approximately 17.5km), a Type 1 Single Carriageway near Askeaton-Ballyclogh (approximately 1.9km), and a Motorway upgrade from Rathkeale to the existing network at Attyflin (approximately 17.5km). Works also include a new HGV Rest Area at Foynes Port, multiple river bridges, junction improvements, realignment of existing roads, utility diversions (electricity, gas, communications, water), drainage systems, and associated infrastructure. The Adare Bypass (7km) and Adare to Attyflin section (3.5km) are currently under construction. Two separate tender opportunities are planned: the Croagh Junction to Rathkeale Junction section (tender expected late November 2026) and the Rathkeale Junction to Foynes section (tender expected September 2027). The project is anticipated to be fully completed by 2030. This is an Open Tender Procedure with award criteria based on suitability assessment and Most Economically Advantageous Tender (MEAT) evaluation considering quality and price. Interested suppliers should register at procurement@midwestroads.ie, though registration is not mandatory for tender submission. Additional project information is available at https://www.foyneslimerick.ie.