Resources by user type
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First-time bidder
New to public procurement. Need to understand the basics, check eligibility, and pick a first tender to attempt.
Where should I start?
ToolThree-question wizard that points you at the right tools.
How to Tender for Government Contracts in Ireland
GuideEnd-to-end primer on the Irish public procurement process.
eTenders.gov.ie Complete Guide
GuideRegistering, searching, alerts and submitting on the official portal.
Procurement Jargon Decoder
ToolPaste a confusing paragraph, get a plain English translation.
Procurement Glossary
GuideReference for every term you will encounter, in English and Irish.
CPV Code Explorer
DataFind the EU classification codes for what your business sells.
Bid templates & checklists
TemplateDownload a capability statement, a bid-decision checklist, and the eligibility kit.
Procurement thresholds 2026
GuideFind out which procurement procedure applies to a contract value.
Active supplier
Already bidding. Need to find relevant tenders fast, decide bid/no-bid, draft responses, and track competitors.
Tender Matcher
ToolDescribe your business, get matched to live tenders.
Bid Readiness Checker
ToolScore your overall readiness, turnover, references, ISO certs, and get a gap plan.
Procurement thresholds 2026
GuideSee which procurement thresholds and procedures apply to your contract value.
Daily tender alerts
ToolGet a daily email when new tenders match your sector and value range.
Construction contractor
Public works contracts, framework call-offs, prequalification, and the Irish-specific paperwork that goes with them.
Construction Tenders Ireland
GuideOPW, TII, local authorities, where to find work and how to qualify.
Public Works Contracts Ireland
GuideThe standard PWC suite explained for contractors and subbies.
Construction tenders feed
DataAll live construction notices, sortable by deadline and value.
Framework Agreements
DataActive OGP and sectoral frameworks, civils, refurb, M&E, professional services.
Procurement thresholds 2026
GuideWorks contracts have their own EU threshold (€5.382M), see what applies.
IT / digital services supplier
OGP ICT frameworks, GDPR and security clauses, day-rate pricing, and routes onto the dynamic purchasing systems.
Professional services firm
Engineers, lawyers, environmental and management consultants. Long quality submissions, references, CV-led methodology.
Professional services feed
DataAll live consulting, legal and engineering services tenders.
Bid templates
TemplateCapability statement and quality response scaffolds.
Bid Readiness Checker
ToolAudit turnover, references and ISO certs against typical professional-services criteria.
Jargon Decoder
ToolPlain-English explanations of any procurement clause or acronym.
Subcontractor or consortium partner
You can’t win the lead bid solo, but you can deliver part of it. Find tenders that explicitly invite consortia and subs.
Procurement officer / contracting authority
You are running the tender, not bidding for it. Find suppliers, draft watertight RFTs, and benchmark against peers.
How to Run an Irish Public Tender
GuideBuyer-side process: PIN, market sounding, RFT, evaluation, award.
OGP Circulars & Guidance
GuideLive feed of OGP publications and policy notes shaping how Irish tenders are run.
EU procurement directives
DataCanonical EUR-Lex metadata for the 2014 directive suite plus implementing regulations.
Procurement thresholds 2026
GuideConfirm which procedure and publication route applies.
Researcher, journalist or policy watcher
You want spend data, market shape, and policy movement — not to bid or to buy.
Policy Updates
DataOGP circulars, threshold changes, framework refreshes.
EU procurement directives
DataCanonical EUR-Lex metadata for the 2014 directive suite + key implementing regulations. Auto-pulled monthly.
Daily digests
DataEvery notice published on a given day.
RSS feed
DataPull every new notice into your reader of choice.
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