Department of Housing Local Government and Heritage

Procurement Intelligence

The Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage is a central Irish government department headquartered at Custom House, Dublin, with additional offices in Wexford, Ballina, and Smithfield, overseeing national policies on housing delivery, local government operations, and heritage preservation including nature conservation via the National Parks and Wildlife Service. As a major public sector buyer, it manages significant procurement across construction for housing projects, environmental services, IT systems, and professional services, with 6 current open tenders valued at €1,793,500 listed on eTenders. It emphasises compliant, equitable, and transparent procurement processes, with all tender competitions published on the eTenders website.

Strategic Context

The department prioritises sustainable housing delivery, tackling homelessness, effective local governance, and heritage protection under national and EU frameworks like the Habitats and Birds Directives and National Biodiversity Action Plan. It supports well-planned homes and vibrant communities, likely involving ongoing capital programmes in housing and infrastructure, though specific current budget details or restructuring are not detailed in available sources. Recent procurements include IT solutions like CRM platforms, indicating digital transformation efforts.

Updated 10 May 2026