Teagasc is currently inviting tenders from suppliers for modular calf housing units at Moorepark.

This procurement process forms part of Teagasc’s strategy to improve the calf-rearing infrastructure at the Co. Cork facility.

According to the tender documents, the modular units will provide "high-welfare, thermally efficient, and hygienic accommodation for calves up to 12 weeks-of-age".

"The solution is intended to address capacity constraints during block calving periods," the documents add.

Moorepark is a leading national research and advisory centre focused on sustainable animal production systems, including dairy and young stock development.

Teagasc said that the modular units must be prefabricated, freestanding, and capable of being installed with minimal groundworks.

The authority noted the units are intended for "seasonal or flexible deployment".

Teagasc is seeking proposals from experienced suppliers who can provide units that meet or exceed the technical specification, deliver to site, and carry out or support on-site assembly.

The units must be easy to clean, have good ventilation and comply with Irish and EU animal housing standards.

The modular calf housing units will be used to support rearing up to 120 calves up to 12 weeks-of-age.

The tender documents state that each pen should house 8–10 calves up to 100kg.

The closing date for tenders is 2:00p.m on August 14, 2025.