Competitive Dialogue
As Gaeilge: Idirphlé Iomaíoch
Last reviewed April 2026
A flexible EU procedure for complex contracts where the authority develops the solution with shortlisted candidates.
A procurement procedure used for complex contracts where the contracting authority cannot define the technical specifications in advance. The authority conducts a dialogue with shortlisted candidates to develop solutions before inviting final tenders. Common for large IT projects and PPP arrangements in Ireland.
Recent tenders mentioning Competitive Dialogue
Competitive dialogue for Cork Events Centre
Cork City Council · >5M
test services – ET2604 - Provision of Driver Theory Test and National Driver Licence Services
Road Safety Authority (RSA) · >5M
Sixth Competitive Dialogue: Monaghan County Council wish to tender for Development and Sale of Housing 2025-2026 (No. 6)
Monaghan County Council · >5M