Framework Agreement
As Gaeilge: Comhaontú Creata
Also known as: Framework
Last reviewed April 2026
A pre-qualification arrangement where a panel of approved suppliers compete for call-off contracts.
An agreement between one or more contracting authorities and one or more suppliers that establishes the terms (particularly price and quantity) for contracts to be awarded during a given period. In Ireland, the OGP manages national frameworks for common categories. Suppliers join through a competition, then receive orders or compete in mini-competitions.
Recent tenders mentioning Framework Agreement
2026/017 Establishment of a Single-Party Framework Agreement for the Provision of Coordination Services to the Enterprise Ireland Mentor Network Programme
Unknown · 100k-500k
Multi-Party Framework for Maintenance Repairs and Replacement of heating systems Limerick City and County Council 2026
Unknown · 1M-5M
2026/022 Single Party Framework Agreement For The Provision Of The Supply Of Adobe Software Licencing Services
Unknown · 100k-500k
KCETB invite submissions for the establishment of a Single-Party Framework ("Framework") for the supply and delivery of Metalwork/Engineering class materials
Unknown · 500k-1M
Multi Operator Framework Agreement for Local Enterprise Office - Kerry, Cork City, South Cork, Cork North and West Local Enterprise Offices Lean For Business Programme
Unknown · 500k-1M
268/26 ATU Multi Party Framework Agreement for the Provision of Quality and Regulation Consultancy Services for Medical Technologies
Unknown · 500k-1M
Related terms
Mini-Competition
A competition held among suppliers already on a framework or DPS to award a specific contract.
Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS)
An electronic system, open for new suppliers to join at any point during its lifetime.
Office of Government Procurement (OGP)
Ireland's central purchasing body, established 2014 — manages national frameworks and sets procurement policy.