Call-off
As Gaeilge: Glao
Also known as: Call-off Contract, Drawdown
Last reviewed April 2026
An individual contract awarded to a supplier from an existing framework agreement, either by direct draw-down or mini-competition.
The act of buying under a framework agreement. Once a framework is in place (with one or more pre-qualified suppliers), individual contracts are 'called off' either directly (if the framework allows) or via a mini-competition between named suppliers. Most OGP frameworks in Ireland use mini-competition for substantial call-offs to preserve competitive tension and value for money.
In the Tenderwatch data
- Appears in 25 notices captured in the last 12 months on Tenderwatch (as at October 2026).
Sources and legal basis
Primary legislation and official guidance. Always confirm the current text on the source before relying on it.
Open Irish tenders featuring Call-off
Single Framework Agreement for the Supply of Temporary and Fixed Term Agency Staff to Limerick and Clare Education and Training Board
Limerick and Clare Education and Training Board · deadline 30 Oct 2026
Sport Ireland Minor Capital Works Multiparty Framework - Call off Competition for Lot 2 Lot 2 Civil Engineering Works
Sport Ireland
Related terms
Framework Agreement
A pre-qualification arrangement where a panel of approved suppliers compete for call-off contracts.
Mini-Competition
A competition held among suppliers already on a framework or DPS to award a specific contract.
Office of Government Procurement (OGP)
Ireland's central purchasing body, established 2014: manages national frameworks and sets procurement policy.
Value for Money
The Irish public-sector test for procurement decisions, balancing cost, quality and fitness for purpose over the contract's life.
Economic Operator
The EU procurement term for any supplier, contractor or service provider (an individual, firm, or consortium) that bids for or performs a public contract.
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