Consultancy Services for Doneraile Weirs Fish Passage Barrier Mitigation Project

Inland Fisheries Ireland is seeking multidisciplinary consultancy services for the Doneraile Weirs Barrier Mitigation Project on the Awbeg River in County Cork, Ireland. The successful consultant will provide comprehensive engineering, environmental, and planning services across three phases: feasibility studies, option selection, and statutory consent approval. Key responsibilities include acting as Project Designer and Project Supervisor for the Design Process, ensuring compliance with the Planning and Development Acts 2000-2023, Capital Works Management Framework, and Infrastructure Guidelines 2023. The project aims to restore fish passage and natural river processes, supporting Ireland's Water Action Plan 2024 and the National Barrier Mitigation Programme to achieve improved ecological status under the EU Water Framework Directive. Qualified consultants should demonstrate expertise in barrier mitigation design, environmental impact assessment, and navigating statutory planning requirements for riverine infrastructure projects.