Framework agreement for geotechnical support and engineering-geological model and report preparation for ground investigations of offshore wind farms in zones 3, 4 and 5 of the German North Sea exclusive economic zone

Summary

The procurement concerns a framework agreement for geotechnical investigations, offshore and onshore geotechnical support, preparation of engineering-geological models and reports, and documentation of laboratory investigations in the German North Sea exclusive economic zone. Services may be ordered for up to 500 investigation locations; no guaranteed order volume is provided, and call-offs may be made for up to four years after contract award. The tender deadline is 13 October 2026 at 10:00. Participation requires evidence of average annual turnover of at least EUR 1,600,000, the required insurance coverage, extensive offshore ground-investigation experience and a team meeting strict qualification requirements. The tender must include a complete implementation concept and prices for four individual call-offs. Price is one award criterion; quality scoring considers team experience, the credibility of the work organisation and sustainability standards.