Government Tenders in Ireland.
Public procurement in Ireland refers to the purchasing activities of government departments, local authorities, the health service, educational institutions, and state agencies. Ireland’s Office of Government Procurement (OGP) operates centralised purchasing arrangements, while eTenders serves as the national tender advertising platform. Ireland’s procurement market benefits from a strong SME participation culture.
€20B+
annual public procurement spend
500+
above-threshold tenders monthly
1,200+
contracting authorities
Legal Framework
European Union (Award of Public Authority Contracts) Regulations 2016 (S.I. No. 284/2016)
Ireland’s procurement is governed by EU regulations transposed into national law through statutory instruments. The Office of Government Procurement (OGP) sets policy, issues guidelines, and manages centralised frameworks. Ireland does not have a standalone public procurement act but relies on EU regulations and OGP circulars.
Supplies
€143,000 (central government) / €221,000 (sub-central)
Services
€143,000 (central government) / €221,000 (sub-central)
Works
€5,538,000
Data Sources
How TenderRadar monitors Ireland
Above-threshold EU tenders only via TED API. See full coverage details
Key Sectors
Top procurement sectors in Ireland
Healthcare & HSE
Health Service Executive (HSE) procurement covers medical equipment, pharmaceutical supplies, and health IT for Ireland’s public health system.
Construction & Housing
National Development Plan investments in social housing, schools, hospitals, and transport infrastructure.
IT & Professional Services
Government digital strategy and public service ICT framework agreements drive demand for software, cloud, and consulting services.
Frequently Asked Questions
Procurement in Ireland
Where are Irish government tenders published?
Irish tenders are published on eTenders (etenders.gov.ie), the government’s electronic tendering platform. Above-threshold contracts also appear on TED. TenderRadar monitors Irish tenders via TED.
What are the EU procurement thresholds for Ireland?
Ireland applies standard EU thresholds: €143,000 for central government supplies/services (€221,000 sub-central) and €5,538,000 for works. Below these thresholds, national guidelines from the OGP apply.
Can foreign companies bid on Irish public tenders?
Yes. EU/EEA companies have full access. Ireland conducts procurement in English, making it particularly accessible for international bidders.
What is the role of the OGP?
The Office of Government Procurement (OGP) is Ireland’s central purchasing body, managing framework agreements and setting procurement policy across government. The OGP operates centralised arrangements for common goods and services used by multiple public bodies.
How SME-friendly is Irish procurement?
Ireland has strong policies supporting SME access to public contracts, including Circular 10/2014 which requires contracts to be divided into lots where possible and prohibits disproportionate turnover requirements.
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