Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS)
As Gaeilge: Córas Ceannacháin Dinimiciúil
Also known as: DPS
Last reviewed April 2026
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An electronic system, open for new suppliers to join at any point during its lifetime.
An electronic system that remains open for new suppliers to join throughout its duration. Unlike frameworks, suppliers can apply at any time. The OGP uses DPS arrangements for categories like professional services. All competitions under a DPS must follow EU rules.
In the Tenderwatch data
- Appears in 23 notices captured in the last 12 months on Tenderwatch (as at November 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 Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS)
PS3892DPS - Request for Applications to Participate in a DPS for the Provision of Contracted Further Education and Training (FET) Service for the Education and Training Boards (ETBs)
Education Procurement Service (EPS)
Dynamic Purchasing System for Mass Engineered Timber – Technical Advisors for Local Authorities
Local Government Operational Procurement Centre (LGOPC)
DPS for the supply and delivery of Category Partner Supply Services to Trinity College Dublin
Trinity College Dublin the University of Dublin
HSE 29798 Dynamic Purchasing System Invitation for Wound Care, Tissue Viability and Associated Products
Health Service Executive (HSE)
UCDOPP5638 Dynamic Purchasing System for Web Design and Services
University College Dublin ( UCD )
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.
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