Atlantic Technological University

Procurement Intelligence

Atlantic Technological University (ATU) is a large multi‑campus higher education institution formed from the merger of GMIT, IT Sligo and Letterkenny IT, with campuses across the west and northwest of Ireland.[2] ATU’s procurement activity covers a broad range of categories including capital works, facilities management, scientific and technical equipment, IT systems and services, professional and consultancy services, and general operational supplies aligned to teaching, research and student services.[2][8][11] The university runs competitive processes primarily via the national eTenders platform and, where relevant, EU TED, and is classified as a body governed by public law with education as its main activity.[3][6] Procurement is overseen by a dedicated central procurement team and is guided by an institution‑wide procurement policy and compliance framework.[4][5][13]

Strategic Context

ATU’s procurement strategy is framed by its Procurement Policy (Version 1.4), which emphasises compliance with national and EU rules, value for money, use of central arrangements (EPS/OGP) and structured planning and reporting of purchasing activity.[4][5] Recent financial statements note one area of non‑compliant procurement (€1.085m) in the first 17‑month reporting period, indicating increased focus on strengthening procurement controls and aligning spend with policy and frameworks.[13] Ongoing capital programmes include new and expanded science laboratory facilities (e.g. a 4,381 m² extension at ATU Sligo) and investment in campus access control, facilities and specialist teaching infrastructure, which drive significant medium‑term demand for construction‑related services, laboratory equipment and building systems.[8][9][11]

Updated 2 August 2026