The scope of this contract is to build a noise model by using, processing and supplementing available data sets for the agglomerations of Dublin, Cork and Limerick.  Then run the model in a suitable noise modelling software program that is in compliance with CNOSSOS-EU methodology for noise assessment for the purpose of producing noise maps for each agglomeration and completing a noise exposure assessment in accordance with the revised common assessment methods. Following completion of this work Noise Action Plans would be prepared for each Action Planning Authority.  In addition to these core noise assessment requirements, the scope will also cover public consultation and strategic environmental and appropriate assessment services relating to the Noise Action Plans.

Provision of specialist environmental engineering and consultancy services to perform noise modelling works on behalf of the Agglomeration Local Authorities in order to produce noise maps and noise action plans. This work will be carried out in accordance with round 4 CNOSSOS- EU methodology as required by EU legislation.  The scope of services covered by the contract includes the following;

Phase 1 (approx.. 9 months – End Q2, 2022 to End Q1, 2023)

• Data Review, Collect and Process for Model

• Noise Modelling and Mapping

• Population Exposure Assessment

Phase 2 (21 months – Q2, 2023 – Q4, 2024)

• Noise Action Plan Preparation

• Screening for Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA) (and SEA if required)

• Screening for Appropriate Assessment (AA) (and Natura Impact Statement if required)

• Public and Stakeholder Consultation

General across Both Phase 1 and 2:  Deliverables and Documentation, and Project Management. 

Detail specification in respect of each of the above is set out in section 3.1 of this RFT.The duration of the contract is expected to be approx. 30 months from award of contract and shall meet the timelines set out in section 3.2 of the RFT.