Katschmühlenwehr Fish Passage Construction in Weida
Published 17 March 2026
Location
Weida, Germany
Deadline
14 April 2026
26 days remaining
Suggested bid value
~EUR 750,000
Source
bund.de
Description
This tender is for construction work to improve fish passage at the Katschmühlenwehr weir in Weida, Germany. The short description indicates the core objective is establishing ecological continuity, implying the construction of a fish ladder or similar structure to bypass the existing weir. Practically, this would likely involve concrete works, excavation, potentially some hydraulic engineering, and possibly the incorporation of natural materials to create a suitable fish habitat. Given it’s a general trade tender and a weir is involved, dewatering or cofferdam construction may also be necessary.
The absence of CPV codes and the limited information makes it difficult to assess complexity definitively. However, weir modifications tend to be relatively straightforward civil engineering projects. The single trade designation suggests that this is not a large, multi-disciplinary endeavor. The relatively short bidding period suggests a moderately sized project. Contractors should assess their experience in hydraulic structures and fish passage solutions to determine suitability.
Based on the available information, prospective bidders should consider location and if travel or personnel costs would impact the decision to bid. Because the region is unknown, investigation of local subcontractors will be necessary.
Original description
Construction work to improve fish passage at the Katschmühlenwehr weir in Weida. This project focuses on ensuring ecological continuity at the weir.
Deutsch
Bau der Fischdurchgängigkeit Katschmühlenwehr in Weida
Bauarbeiten zur Verbesserung der Fischdurchgängigkeit am Katschmühlenwehr in Weida. Dieses Projekt konzentriert sich auf die Sicherstellung der ökologischen Kontinuität am Wehr.
Français
Construction d'une Passe à Poissons au Barrage de Katschmühlenwehr à Weida
Travaux de construction pour améliorer la circulation des poissons au barrage de Katschmühlenwehr à Weida. Ce projet vise à assurer la continuité écologique au niveau du barrage.