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South East Technological University (SETU) Tenders & Contract Awards

What South East Technological University (SETU) buys, who wins its contracts, and how suppliers get seen

South East Technological University (SETU) has nothing open for bidding today. Its last notice closed on 12 October 2026. 21 tender notices have come from this buyer since monitoring began.

South East Technological University (SETU) has awarded 90 contracts totalling €16.0M between 2022 and 2026. Top supplier by disclosed value is Tom O'Brien Construction Ltd (1 award).

Its three largest suppliers hold 25% of the disclosed value. 4 companies have won here in more than one year. 24 of the 76 awards with a published bid count drew a single bidder.

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Tender notices tracked

90

Contract awards

€16.0M

Disclosed value

€213k

Average per award

77

With named winner

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South East Technological University (SETU)

Contracting AuthoritySouth East Technological University (SETU) · Active Irish public buyer
Top Incumbent WinnersTom O'Brien Construction Ltd · kenlis Construction Ltd.
Extended Panel (#3+)Clannad Care Ltd · O'Brien Office Systems · Digicom
CRO & Spend RadarCRO B1/B10/C1 status, supplier concentration share, and >EUR 20k purchase-order spend

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Recently closed

Most recent 6 of 21
€100kClosed

CFT for the supply and installation of Gas Manifolds and Regulators to SETU Waterford campus

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Construction100k-500k
€400kClosed

CFT for the installation of a new free cooling Chiller and associated mechanical and electrical works to the existing Netlabs building at SETU Waterford

South East Technological University (SETU)

Construction100k-500k
€70kClosed

Provision of an Independent Project Monitor for Capital Works Project on behalf of South East Technological University

South East Technological University (SETU)

Prof. Services25k-100k
€120kClosed

Provision, Supply and Delivery of Event Management and Production Services to South East Technological University

South East Technological University (SETU)

Prof. Services100k-500k
€300kClosed

Request for Tender for Provision of FEA and CFD Analysis Software

South East Technological University (SETU)

IT Services100k-500k
Not disclosedClosed

Call For Tender for Electrical Services Works Term Contract for South East Technological University - Waterford (Ref. TERELE202607)

South East Technological University (SETU)

Construction<25k

Closed notices are retained as a signal of what this authority actually procures. Deadlines have passed, do not bid.

Awarded in 2026

South East Technological University (SETU) has 16 published contract awards in 2026 tracked on Tenderwatch, worth €3.5M across the 12 awards with published values.

Top winners in 2026

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Top suppliers awarded

  1. 1.Tom O'Brien Construction Ltd1 · €2.2M
  2. 2.kenlis Construction Ltd.2 · €900k
  3. 3.Clannad Care Ltd1 · €900k
  4. 4.O'Brien Office Systems1 · €900k
  5. 5.Digicom3 · €700k
  6. 6.KSG1 · €540k
  7. 7.Forvis Mazars3 · €500k
  8. 8.Akari Software Limited2 · €500k
  9. 9.Glass Eye Productions1 · €500k
  10. 10.SETU Campus Services CLG EO1 · €480k

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Year-by-year

YearAwardsValue
20221
-
202326
€3.9M
202428
€5.5M
202519
€3.1M
202616
€3.5M

How South East Technological University (SETU) Evaluates Tenders (Price vs Quality Scorecard)

Across 118 graded eTenders notices, South East Technological University (SETU) evaluates 47.5% of competitions on Price & Quality (MEAT) and 52.5% on Lowest Price Only.

Primary Regime

52.5% Lowest Price

56 MEAT · 62 Price Only

Typical Weighting Split

30% Price / 70% Quality

OGP Professional Services MEAT benchmark

Typical Contract Term

36 months

Median across 121 contracts (avg 32.4m)

Contracts Expiring in the Next 6 Months (180-Day Re-Tender Window)

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3 active South East Technological University (SETU) contracts over EUR 100,000 have an estimated end date within the next 180 days based on published OGP award terms.

Contract & IncumbentValueTermEst. End
STUDENT MEDICAL SERVICES FOR CARLOW and WEXFORD CAMPUSES

Incumbent: Primecare TMB

€122k36m14 December 2026
MANAGEMENT OF FITNESS SUITE CARLOW CAMPUS

Incumbent: SETU Campus Services CLG EO

€480k36m27 February 2027
Provision of Catering Services for Carlow and Wexford Campuses

Incumbent: KSG

€540k36m8 March 2027

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By value band

Competition intensity

Awards with bid data
76
Sole bidder (no competition)
24
Most contested award
Provision of Integrated Design Team Services and a Project Controls Team for Development of New Pharmacy and Veterinary Medicine Buildings on behalf of South East Technological University
24 bids received

Least contested above 1 bid: Tender for the Provision of Coach Hire Service For South East Technological University (2 bids)

By procedure

  • Open Procedure: 78
  • Direct Invite – Mini-Competition: 3
  • Restricted Procedure: 2
  • Simplified: 3

Supplier intelligence

Top-3 suppliers account for 25% of €16.0M total disclosed value, a market-concentration signal.

SupplierShareCRO statusOther bodies (join 4)
Tom O'Brien Construction Ltd13.7%-also won €25.8M across 13 other Irish bodies →
kenlis Construction Ltd.5.6%Normalalso won Not disclosed across 1 other Irish body →
Clannad Care Ltd5.6%Normal-
O'Brien Office Systems5.6%-also won €400k across 4 other Irish bodies →
Digicom4.4%-also won €11.3M across 6 other Irish bodies →

Repeat winners

Suppliers awarded contracts by South East Technological University (SETU) in two or more separate years, from published award notices.

SupplierAwardsActive years
Digicom32023, 2024
Forvis Mazars32023, 2024, 2025
Akari Software Limited22025, 2026
kenlis Construction Ltd.22022, 2025

Buyer Competition & Concentration Scorecard (Framework-Deduplicated)

Computed from 90 published OGP contract awards (CC-BY 4.0), deduplicating multi-lot framework ceiling repeats.

Single-Bidder Award Rate

31.6%

24 of 76 bid-disclosed awards received 1 tender

Top Supplier Spend Share

14.7%

Top 3 suppliers: 26.7% across 59 winners

Winner Concentration (HHI)

461

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Award history (90 records)

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DateTitleWinnerBidsProcedureValue
22 July 2026Software system for the development and storage of approved university curricula, at module and programme level with high levels of flexibility within its functionality.Akari Software Limited-€250k
12 June 2026Request for Tenders under Open National Procedure for the Supply, Delivery, Installation and Commissioning of a High Pressure Homogenizer for South East Technological University SETUParticular Sciences Limited2Open Procedure€50k
4 June 2026Tender for Academic Personal Assistants Note takers and Health Care Assistants for South East Technological UniversityClannad Care Ltd4Open Procedure€900k
3 June 2026Call for Tender for Fire alarm and Emergency Lighting maintenance services at South East Technological University - Waterford - 2026Horizon Safety Systems Ltd-Direct Invite – Mini-Competition-
3 June 2026Call for Tender for the Provisions of Waste Management Services for South East Technological University ( SETU ) - WaterfordStarrus Eco Holdings Ltd-Direct Invite – Mini-Competition-
3 June 2026RFT for the supply of a Jet Aircraft to South East Technological Universityundisclosed-€400k
27 May 2026Pitches and Grounds MaintenanceProfessional Lawn and Grass Management-€350k
25 May 2026Tender for Chaplaincy Service for SETU Carlow and Wexford CampusesDiocese of Kildare and Leighlin1Open Procedure€120k
21 May 2026Tender for the Provision of Oxygen, Nitrogen and Hydrogen (ONH) AnalyserElementec2Open Procedure€217k
20 May 2026Fixed wing Vertical Take-Off and Landing (VTOL) Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS)KOREC1Open Procedure€132k
6 May 2026Request for Tender for the provision of Maintenance Services for Lifts and Escalators at South East Technological University ( SETU) WaterfordOrona MID WESTERN LIFTS-Direct Invite – Mini-Competition-
30 April 2026Request for Tender for the provision of Taxi Services For Carlow CampusErin Cabs2Open Procedure€30k
20 April 2026Provision of Video Production Services for Web, Digital and Social MediaGlass Eye Productions21Open Procedure€500k
13 April 2026Request for Tender for SETU Institutional RepositoryAtmire nv2Open Procedure-
26 February 2026Tender for Provision of International Tax servicesErnst and Young_86592_(Main Account)-€200k
5 February 2026Pitches and Grounds MaintenanceJoe Scriven2Open Procedure€350k
18 November 2025Request for Tender for Upgrade or Replacement of SETU’s existing Module Catalogue System for Curriculum Management, Presentation, and PlanningAkari Software Limited1Open Procedure€250k
7 November 2025Veterinary Transition Works at South East Technology University (SETU), West Campus, Carriganore, Cork Road, Co, Waterfordkenlis Construction Ltd.1Open Procedure€900k
23 October 2025Tender for the Supply, Delivery, Installation and Commissioning of a Ti:Sapphire Ultrafast Laser SystemNewport Spectra-Physics Ltd.1Open Procedure€122k
23 October 2025Tender for the Supply, Delivery, Installation and Commissioning of an Automated Ultrafast Optical Parametric Oscillator SystemRadiant Light SLU1Open Procedure€115k
4 September 2025Request for Tender for the supply of Motor RigsBlock Automotive Ltd1Open Procedure€130k
3 July 2025Interactive Digital Brochure for International Higher Education Sector with integrated International Student Testimonial Management SystemeduKUDU2Open Procedure€150k
2 July 2025Supply, Delivery, Installation, Commissioning, and Calibration of a Research Grade High-Resolution Confocal Raman Spectrometer for the South East Technological UniversityHORIBA UK Limited2Open Procedure€315k
30 June 2025Request for Tender for the Supply, Delivery, Installation and Commissioning of a Quantum Imaging SystemAndor Technology Ltd.1Open Procedure€115k
30 June 2025Request for Tender for Histology SuiteLeica Microsystems (UK) Ltd4Open Procedure€95k
30 June 2025Request for Tender for the creation of an interactive immersive solution of a natural environment in a digital platformEmagine Media Ltd.2Open Procedure€85k
30 June 2025Corporate Event Services of Conferring in Carlow CampusMarquee Audio Visual Limited5Open Procedure€150k
18 June 2025for an Advanced Microtiter Plate Reader for the EnviroCORE LabMason Technology Ltd3Open Procedure€57k
11 June 2025Provision of Integrated Design Team Services and a Project Controls Team for Development of New Pharmacy and Veterinary Medicine Buildings on behalf of South East Technological UniversityBDP24Restricted Procedure-
13 May 2025Student Counselling ServiceEAP Consultants Limited trading as Lena By Inspire3Open Procedure€120k
29 April 2025Due Diligence ReviewForvis Mazars2Open Procedure€100k
29 April 2025Request for Tender Academic Personal Assistants Note takers and Health Care Assistants for South East Technological UniversityHartley People3Open Procedure€100k
7 March 2025Fire Damper Testing and Maintenance Services Contract for South East Technological University, Kilkenny Road Campus.Nuvent Maintenance Services1Open Procedure€25k
6 February 2025Smoke Ventilation Systems Maintenance Services Contract for the South East Technological University, Kilkenny Road Campus Carlow and Summerhill Road Campus WexfordSMS Maintenance Ltd1Open Procedure€25k
27 January 2025Supply and installation of Recording Studio/Radio StudioBig Bear Sound Ltd.2Open Procedure€200k
17 December 2024Tender for HPGE Gamma Ray DetectorAmetek (GB) Ltd t/a Advanced Measurement Technology3Open Procedure€50k
12 December 2024develop guidelines for the implementation of the NAIN Case Management Frameworkundisclosed-Open Procedure€31k
5 December 2024Tender for Irish Sign Language Interpreters for South East Technological UniversityIrish Sign Language Interpreting2Open Procedure€150k
25 September 2024Tender for the Supply, Delivery, Installation, and calibration of an Benchtop X-Ray DiffractometerLennox Laboratory Supplies Ltd3Open Procedure-
9 September 2024Tender for Provision of International Tax servicesErnst and Young1Open Procedure€200k
6 September 2024Tender for Provision of Design and Printing Services, Production of Promotional Materials and Large Scale Print InstallationsCodex Limited18Open Procedure-
26 August 2024Provision of English Language, Cultural Study and Study Skills Training ServicesCarlow International English Language School2Open Procedure€250k
13 August 2024Risk Management SystemLinkResQ Limited10Open Procedure€80k
2 August 2024Supply of Electronic Laboratory Test EquipmentImex Instruments Limited4Open Procedure€190k
1 August 2024Tender for The Supply, Delivery and Installation of a Laser Diffraction Particle Size AnalyserSympatec Limited4Open Procedure€114k
1 August 2024Tender for the Supply, Delivery and Installation of a Gas Sorption Surface Area AnalyserAnton Paar Ireland Ltd.3Open Procedure€110k
1 August 2024Tender for Consultants to assist with Fundraising and Philanthropic SupportOKC4Open Procedure€200k
2 July 2024Tender for Separation Science SuiteAgilent Technologies Ireland Ltd2Open Procedure€170k
28 June 2024Supply and Installation of AV Conference FacilitiesDigicom3Open Procedure€100k
13 June 2024SETU is looking to complete a feasibility study of this building in relation to further development to accommodate engineering studies to complement existing activities in the buildingundisclosed-Restricted Procedure€44k
4 June 2024TERCONF202404 – Floor Coverings Term Contract for SETUBernard Wyse1Open Procedure€75k
4 June 2024TERCONP202404 - Painting Works Term Contract for SETUStokes and Sons Decor Ltd.2Open Procedure€75k
29 May 2024Tender To supply hybrid lecterns for the South East Technological UniversityCrosslane Digital Ltd1Open Procedure€150k
27 May 2024Tender for the Provision of FEA and CFD Analysis Softwareundisclosed-Open Procedure€200k
22 May 2024South East Technological University - Carlow Campus - Nore Building - Science Laboratory Gas Upgrade Worksundisclosed2Open Procedure€80k
15 May 2024Tender for Executive Search and Recruitment ConsultantsForvis Mazars14Open Procedure€250k
2 May 2024Consultancy University and Enterprise Quarter in Waterford CityTurnberry Consulting Ltd-Simplified-
1 May 2024Tender for Consultants to assist with Strategic Capital PlanningTurnberry Consulting Ltd3Open Procedure€200k
1 May 2024Tender for The Supply and Delivery of Loose Furniture to South East Technological University (SETU)Stakelums10Open Procedure€200k
22 April 2024Management Consultancy of the legacy technology systemsClarion Consulting Limited-Simplified-
18 April 2024Tender for Enterprise skills gap analysisABODOO LIMITED2Open Procedure€118k
8 March 2024Medium Retrofit of the Burrin Building, South East Technological University (SETU), Carlow CampusTom O'Brien Construction Ltd5Open Procedure€2.2M
9 February 2024Supply and Installation of Catering Equipment for the new Corporate Services Building at SETU CarlowMurco Catering Equipment Ireland6Open Procedure€300k
17 December 2023Tender for the Supply, Delivery, Installation, and calibration of an EBSD Detector and Associated SoftwareOxford Instruments Nanotechnology Tools Limited trading as Oxford Instruments Nanoanalysis1Open Procedure€93k
13 December 2023Provision of Software for Student and Staff Global Mobility and Partnership ManagementQS Unisolution Limited2Open Procedure€40k
12 December 2023Supply and Installation of Loose Furniture for new Corporate Services Building at SETU CarlowO'Brien Office Systems6Open Procedure€900k
24 November 2023Supply and installation of task/operator chairs for office useRadius Office Ltd11Open Procedure-
24 November 2023Supply and installation of office desksTONA Commercial Interiors Limited8Open Procedure-
22 November 2023Tender for professional consultant to support SETU in the development and implementation of plans and structures related the vision to create a University and Enterprise Quarterundisclosed1Open Procedure€50k
13 November 2023Tender for senior consultant to provide leadership, support and advisory services in the areas of Strategic Financial Control and Strategic OperationsForvis Mazars2Open Procedure€150k
13 November 2023Tender for the Supply, Delivery and Installation of Ergonomic Seating and Sit/Stand DesksOfftech10Open Procedure€100k
9 October 2023Recruitment ConsultancyPerrett Laver-Simplified-
5 October 2023Tender for the Provision, Supply and Delivery of Dry Goods to Department of Languages Tourism HospitalitySysco Ireland1Open Procedure€40k
2 October 2023Tender for Provision For Management and Business Development Training for New Frontiers Programme to South East Technological University, Waterfordundisclosed13Open Procedure€60k
26 September 2023Tender for The Supply and Delivery of a Computer Aided Facilities Management Software at South East Technological University (SETU)Trackplan Software Ltd5Open Procedure€100k
13 September 2023Tender for LI4 Data Driven Process Optimisation Software, Implementation and Maintenanceundisclosed1Open Procedure€40k
1 September 2023Tender for the Provision, Supply and Delivery of Dairy produce to Department of Languages Tourism HospitalityTirlán Ltd2Open Procedure€25k
4 August 2023Tender for the Provision, Supply and Delivery of Fresh Meat to Department of Languages Tourism Hospitalityundisclosed1Open Procedure€65k
29 July 2023Provision of Catering Services for Carlow and Wexford CampusesKSG1Open Procedure€540k
18 July 2023Electrical Services Works Term Contract for South East Technological University (Ref. TERELE202305)undisclosed1Open Procedure-
12 July 2023MANAGEMENT OF FITNESS SUITE CARLOW CAMPUSSETU Campus Services CLG EO3Open Procedure€480k
11 July 2023Tender for the erection and hire of marquee/s, event plant and equipment for SETU and its associated companiesAll In One Marquee and Event Hire1Open Procedure€200k
4 July 2023Tender the Provision, Supply and Delivery of Specialised Dry goods to Department of Languages Tourism Hospitalityundisclosed2Open Procedure€10k
4 July 2023Tender for the Provision, Supply and Delivery of Fresh and Frozen Fish to Department of Languages Tourism Hospitalityundisclosed2Open Procedure€20k
28 June 2023STUDENT MEDICAL SERVICES FOR CARLOW and WEXFORD CAMPUSESPrimecare TMB1Open Procedure€360k
28 June 2023Tender for the Provision of Coach Hire Service For South East Technological UniversityDerek Regan T/A Fairway Coaches2Open Procedure€30k
17 June 2023Display FacilitiesDigicom1Open Procedure€300k
16 June 2023DATA PROJECTION FACILITIESDigicom1Open Procedure€300k
24 May 2023Provision of Training for New Frontiers Programmeundisclosed-Open Procedure€25k
24 November 2022Dome Bar Fabric Upgrade Works Ref - DOMDEV202211kenlis Construction Ltd.3Open Procedure-
How South East Technological University (SETU) buys: competition & SME-access profile

Open-market vs limited-competition mix · average bids · SME-access ratio

Procurement Intelligence

South East Technological University (SETU) is a multi-campus Irish public university with main operations in Waterford and Carlow and a centralised procurement function.[1][8] Its procurement profile is typical of a higher-education body, with recurring demand across ICT, professional services, facilities management, laboratory and scientific equipment, catering, maintenance, and construction-related works.[2][3] SETU also publishes procurement information and awards on its own procurement pages, including awards above €25k for Waterford.[1] The authority appears active across both routine operational purchasing and campus-specific capital projects.[2][6]

Strategic Context

SETU’s 2024 consolidated financial statements state that it has a Corporate Procurement Plan in place and is taking actions to improve compliance, including increased use of OGP frameworks, further integration of procurement functions, and training for budget holders.[18] The same financial statements note instances of procurement non-compliance and €196,657 of expenditure that did not follow the guidelines, indicating continued governance focus on buying controls.[18] Recent notices show spend linked to campus operations and fit-out, including marquee hire for events, lift maintenance, legionella services, heat and gas meter installation, and furniture reupholstery, suggesting a mix of operational and building-management demand alongside capital works.[6][12][14]

Typical Suppliers

  • Higher-education ICT suppliers delivering software, AV, and digital media services
  • Construction and fit-out contractors, including marquee, event plant, and campus works providers
  • Facilities management suppliers for lift maintenance, cleaning, legionella control, and monitoring services
  • Professional services firms for marketing, consulting, recruitment, legal, and business services
  • Lab and scientific equipment suppliers serving teaching and research environments

Supplier Tips

  • Lead with framework-compliant offerings: SETU explicitly states it is increasing use of OGP frameworks, so suppliers should map their service lines to the relevant framework routes before outreach.[18]
  • Target campus-specific needs rather than generic university messaging; recent awards and notices show spend tied to Waterford and Carlow operational requirements and building projects.[1][6][12]
  • Watch for low-to-mid value repeat opportunities as well as larger capital packages, because SETU publishes both open-market tenders and below-threshold awards.[1][12]

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Updated 9 August 2026

South East Technological University (SETU) market guides

How South East Technological University (SETU) buys, broken down by sector: award patterns, top suppliers, and bid-readiness steps.

Professional Services
12 awards
Construction
9 awards
IT Services
7 awards
ConstructionProfessional ServicesOtherTransportIT ServicesEducationFacilitiesEnvironment

Other major buyers

Last updated 10 November 2026. Award dataset coverage begins 2022-11-24. Sentinel TED values (€0, €1) are excluded from totals and averages.