Procurements: Research and development consultancy services

7 active procurements

Research and development consultancy services have been procured by organizations such as Eurofound — European Foundation for the Improvement of Living and Working Conditions, Bord Bia (Irish Food Board), and Fáilte Ireland-National Tourism Development Authority.
Historically, suppliers within this area have been Kpmg, Ernst & Young, Economic and Social Research Institute, Red C Research And Marketing Ltd, Amarach Research, Behaviour and Attitudes Marketing Research, Deloitte, Genesis, Grant Thornton, and Ipsos MRBI/MRBI Market Research Ltd.

Recent procurements of research and development consultancy services in Ireland

2026-04-24   Deadline 2026-05-19   AC-2026-5 Provision of baseline mapping the art and technology sector across the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland (The Arts Council)
The Arts Council Ireland (ACI) and the Arts Council of Northern Ireland (ACNI) are jointly procuring a service provider to undertake a baseline mapping of the art and technology sector across the island of Ireland (Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland). The purpose of this contract is to produce an evidence-based, high-level overview of the art and technology ecosystem that will inform future policy development, funding decisions, and potential further research or investment programmes by both Arts … View the procurement »
2026-04-17   Deadline 2026-06-04   TII Open Research Call 2026 (Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII))
The main aim of the TII Research Programme is to enable TII to carry out its purpose “to deliver and maintain transport infrastructure and services enabling connectivity and regional development”. Research is one of the key ways that TII informs operational policy and sets standards. Emphasis is on: What is likely to be TII needs, Ensuring state-of-the art materials and techniques are used, Filling knowledge gaps where they exist, and Implementing the research conclusions and integrating the research … View the procurement »
2026-04-17   Deadline 2026-05-25   Evaluation of Creative Ireland's Shared Island initiative, 2026-2028 (Department of Culture Communications Sport)
In 2022 the Creative Ireland Programme was allocated €6 million over three years (2023-25) to invest in creative initiatives under the Government’s Shared Island initiative. 2023 marked the first year of Creative Ireland’s participation in the initiative, which aims to harness the full potential of the Good Friday Agreement to enhance cooperation, connection and mutual understanding on the island and engage with all communities and traditions to build consensus around a shared future. The Shared Island … View the procurement »
2026-04-17   Deadline 2026-05-18   268/26 ATU Multi Party Framework Agreement for the Provision of Quality and Regulation Consultancy Services for... (Atlantic Technological University)
The Contracting Authority proposes to engage in a competitive process for the establishment of a Multi-Operator Framework Agreement for the provision of Quality and Regulatory Consultancy Services focused on medical device prototypes. These services will support device development across clinical, regulatory, and commercial planning pathways in accordance with applicable EU and international regulatory requirements. All participants on the framework when established will be required to sign a NDA. Please … View the procurement »
2026-04-16   Deadline 2026-05-19   Request for Tender for Establishment of a multi-party framework agreement for the provision of Arts and Cultural... (Dublin City Council)
*** Supply of Arts and Cultural Policy Development, and Community and Cultural Infrastructure Planning and Consultancy as required to Dublin City Council throughout the lifetime of the framework. The tenderers must have a multidisciplinary approach, to include but not limited to cultural and community policy development and planning, research, feasibility studies, communications and stakeholder engagement, governance and management, design, to support Cultural Policy and Implementation, including area … View the procurement »
2026-03-30   Trocaire RFT - Consultancy for the provision of Research Services for Civil Society Space (Trócaire_166765)
Trócaire invites tenders for the provision of Research Services for Civil Society Space. A consultancy is proposed, building on the 2025 scoping study led by ODI and other relevant resources, to research further and make recommendations to Trócaire for deepening the organisation’s support to grassroots actors and social movements as the organisation develops its next Strategic Plan. View the procurement »
2026-03-25   Request for Tenders for the provision of Research Services on School Governance (Department of Education and Youth)
The Review of School Leadership and System Governance Project Unit, in the Department of Education and Youth, is seeking research services in the policy planning area of School Governance. The core research services required are in the form of desk-based research and qualitative research. This research has four overarching aims: Describe the current school governance system in Ireland; identify and analyse key challenges in Ireland’s school governance system; compare and contextualise Ireland’s school … View the procurement »
2026-03-20   AFBI03-ITT03 Working at Height Expertise and Supervision (British Trust For Ornithology)
The British Trust for Ornithology (BTO) and The Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB) are project partners in the ACCLIMATISE project, supported by PEACEPLUS, a programme managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB). ACCLIMATISE is led by the Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute (AFBI). Within this project, BTO is leading Work Package 2: ‘Transboundary Conservation Strategies and Sustainable Management of Marine Predators’. RSPB and BTO are co-leading the ornithological work within the … View the procurement »
2026-03-20   The delivery of the Digital for Business programmes as a consultancy services. (Donegal County Council_1193)
Provision of a Multi Party Framework of Consultants for Local Enterprise Office Donegal to deliver Digital for Business Programmes. View the procurement »
2026-03-20   The delivery of the Green for Business programmes as a consultancy services. (Donegal County Council_1193)
Provision of a Multi Party Framework of Consultants for Local Enterprise Office Donegal to deliver Green for Business Programmes. View the procurement »
2026-03-20   The delivery of the Lean for Business programmes as a consultancy services. (Donegal County Council_1193)
Provision of a Multi Party Framework of Consultants for Local Enterprise Office Donegal to deliver Lean for Business Programmes. View the procurement »
2026-03-20   Provision of research and evaluation services for the delivery of the Creative Climate Action Fund III (2026-2029)... (Department of Culture Communications Sport)
Creative Ireland is holding an open grant call for funding of approximately 10-15 Creative Climate Action projects lasting three years (36-month period) from 2026 to 2029. The successful grantees will likely include institutions and organisations with capacity to deliver large-scale projects, such as national cultural, climate and community organisations, NGOs, businesses, local authorities, networks and academic institutions working in the intersection of climate action, adaptation and creativity. There … View the procurement »
2026-03-16   ComReg T21483 Request for Tenders (RFT) for the provision of Financial Data in relation to the Data Act (Commission for Communications Regulation)
ComReg T21483 Request for Tenders (RFT) for the provision of Financial Data in relation to the Data Act ( Please refer to all Tender documentation attached to this competition notice, in order to complete tender application) View the procurement »
2026-03-13   The Provision of Energy Expert Regulatory Support for Decarbonisation [619] (Commission for Regulation of Utilities)
The Decarbonisation Division is seeking energy expert support in the area of Decarbonisation, largely consisting of economic support however some technical support will be required also. The CRU requires that the tenderer will manage all aspects of the contract or subcontract certain aspects if required. Although the teams cover different areas, there is significant complementarity in the work required to be carried out by the teams which require consultancy support. For example, connections workstream … View the procurement »
2026-03-13   Implementation of the Water Framework Directive - Policy Coherence, Managing Trade-Offs, Financing and Capacity (Tipperary County Council)
The objective of this research is to support the Forum to develop policy advice on the implementation of the 3rd cycle RBMP and development of the 4th plan. Learnings from the research are expected to inform Forum members about the existing obstacles in implementing the WFD in Ireland and to make recommendations about what can be strengthened going into the 4th cycle. In 2021, the Institute of Public Administration (IPA) assessed water governance in Ireland using the OECD Water Governance Indicator … View the procurement »
2026-03-11   Ireland4LIFE EU funding expert to support project implementation, proposal writing and evaluations. (Department of Climate Energy and the Environment)
The Irish NCP for the EU LIFE programme in the Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment propose to engage EU funding experts to deliver high-quality support to the NCP team and potential applicants. The consultant will provide practical, on-the-job training to the NCP team while simultaneously offering direct assistance to stakeholders including reviews of potential applicants’ proposals. A key deliverable in the Ireland4LIFE project is to recruit EU funding experts for the duration of the … View the procurement »
2026-03-06   Deadline 2026-05-15   Framework Agreement for the Provision of Inspector Services [544A] (Commission for Regulation of Utilities)
Section 47 of the 1999 Act, which refers to section 45 of the Electricity Supply Act 1927, gives the Contracting Authority legal powers to decide to grant or refuse to grant a special order on the application of ESB, or of a holder of an authorisation to construct or reconstruct a generating station for the purpose of supply to final customers, or to construct an interconnector, or of a person who has applied for such an authorisation, in certain circumstances. Section 45 of the Electricity Supply Act … View the procurement »
2026-03-06   Deadline 2026-05-15   The Provision of Secretariat Services [544B] (Commission for Regulation of Utilities)
Section 47 of the 1999 Act, which refers to section 45 of the Electricity Supply Act 1927, gives the Contracting Authority legal powers to decide to grant or refuse to grant a special order on the application of ESB, or of a holder of an authorisation to construct or reconstruct a generating station for the purpose of supply to final customers, or to construct an interconnector, or of a person who has applied for such an authorisation, in certain circumstances. Section 45 of the Electricity Supply Act … View the procurement »
2026-03-03   Researcher to produce a written history of the Department of Justice between 1918 and 1968 For Department of... (Taighde Éireann – Research Ireland)
The objective of this project will be for the appointed researcher to produce a comprehensive written history of the Department’s first 50 years in existence, based on a full and thorough examination of the primary source evidence available in the Department’s files and other sources as identified. While there is scope for the individual researcher to shape the overall direction and narrative of the project, efforts should be made to trace the key developments within the Department during this period, to … View the procurement »
2026-02-27   Integrated Design Team for Dunleer Energising the Community RRDF (Louth County Council_381)
LCC seeks to appoint a suitably qualified, competent and experienced, multi-disciplinary Integrated Design Team (IDT) to provide and lead a team including; urban designers, town planners, landscape architects, architects, archaeologist, civil/structural engineers, etc., to prepare the necessary designs, planning documentation, and fulfill the role of Project Supervisor for the Design Process (PSDP) to bring a number of proposed projects within the Dunleer Town Area to planning consent. View the procurement »
2026-02-18   Provision of Research Consultancy Services on the nature of Irish Traveller movement on an all-island basis (Housing and Sustainable Communities Agency)
Research to provide evidence-based research on the nature and extent of travelling undertaken by Irish Travellers, to help to understand potential demand for transient halting sites on an all-island basis. This research is commissioned on behalf of the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage and the Northern Ireland Housing Executive. View the procurement »
2026-02-13   Multi Supplier Framework Agreement for the provision of Project Supervisor Design Process Services (Inland Fisheries Ireland)
Inland Fisheries Ireland carries out river channel enhancement designs. These designs aim to improve biodiversity in selected river channels by introducing features that encourage a wide variety of plants, macroinvertebrates and fish species to establish themselves in the habitats. View the procurement »
2026-02-12   Request for Quote for Administrative and publication support services for the independent Just Transition Commission (Department of Climate Energy and the Environment)
The Just Transition Commission, through its Secretariat in the Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment, is seeking proposals from suitably qualified service providers to provide administrative and publication support in the shaping, drafting, and overall development of the outputs of the Just Transition Commission. View the procurement »
2026-02-12   Research services to the Independent Just Transition Commission (Department of Climate Energy and the Environment)
The Just Transition Commission, through its Secretariat in the Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment, is seeking proposals from suitably qualified service providers to deliver research services that strengthen the Commission’s evidence base on just transition, including relevant social, economic and climate considerations. View the procurement »
2026-02-10   Provision of a Database of Irish Market Vehicles Information through an API interface (Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland)
In summary, the Services comprise: The provision of easy to access to up-to-date, accurate data on every new vehicle make, model, and trim available for sale in Ireland. A database of Irish market vehicles information through an API interface. Information of vehicles of categories M1 and N1 are essential. Desirable but not essential are category vehicles, L category, N2 and HGVs. For further information please see Request for Tender at www.etenders.gov.ie. View the procurement »
2026-02-06   Consultancy Services to design a Diaspora Knowledge and Skills Transfer Framework for the Talent4S3 project, a... (Southern Regional Assembly)
The mapping, analysis, engagement of stakeholders and delivery of a Regional Diaspora Knowledge and Skills Transfer Framework (DKSF) as part of the Interreg Europe funded TALENT4S3 project. The Framework must align with the Southern Region’s Smart Specialisation Strategy (S3) priorities and indicate opportunities for ensure that diaspora engagement to support innovation in key sectors such as digitalisation, green economy, and health innovation. View the procurement »
Mentioned suppliers: The Diaspora Institute Limited
2026-02-05   provision of a the provision of the Evaluation of the National Challenge Fund for Taighde Éireann Research Ireland. (Taighde Éireann – Research Ireland)
Research Ireland seeks to appoint a supplier who can conduct an independent evaluation of the impact of the NCF. Tenderers are required to demonstrate an appreciation of the unique position of Research Ireland within the Irish research funding ecosystem. This evaluation is seen as critical to developing challenge funding more generally in the suite of funding programmes offered by Research Ireland. So, it is expected that the evaluation findings will inform and strengthen strategic planning and decisions … View the procurement »
2026-01-30   Consultancy Services to Support ISO 9001:2015 Certification for Tailte Éireann (Tailte Eireann)
Provision of consultancy services to support Tailte Éireann in the attainment of ISO 9001:2015 Certification View the procurement »
2026-01-29   CfT for the provision of Research services for a participant led project examining the quality of subtitling and ISL... (Coimisiún na Meán)
Coimisiún na Meán seeks expressions of interest for a supplier to provide research services to conduct a participant led study of quality issues in subtitling and ISL provision on television and VOD services. More detail can be found in our RFT document. View the procurement »
2026-01-27   Invitation to Tender for the development of a bespoke Youth Mental Health Intervention (Childhood Development Initiative)
The Task: The current tender seeks an applicant to lead the development and piloting of an evidence informed youth mental health intervention for Irish secondary school aged young people. The intervention should be 8-10 weeks in duration (length to be determined in conjunction with the project working group), and be delivered by teachers and/or educators within the secondary school (or other) context. The successful applicant will:  Undertake a literature review which will identify the underpinning … View the procurement »
2026-01-23   AFBI03-ITT01 Seabird Work in the Republic of Ireland (British Trust For Ornithology)
The British Trust for Ornithology (BTO) is looking for suitably qualified and experienced companies/organisations to tender for seabird work in the Republic of Ireland as part of the ACCLIMATISE project. The work in the Republic of Ireland will be focused on seabird tracking and contributing to a transboundary seabird conservation strategy and action plans for priority threatened seabird species. BTO is a project partner in the ACCLIMATISE project, supported by PEACEPLUS, a programme managed by the … View the procurement »
Mentioned suppliers: Birdwatch Ireland
2026-01-15   Creation of a Meath Community Greenspaces Development Guide (Meath Community Rural Social Development Partnership CLG)
Meath Partnership, on behalf of the Meath Local Action Group, is inviting tenders for the provision of external expertise to research, draft and produce a Community Greenspaces Development Guide for Co. Meath. Community greenspaces, including community gardens, pocket parks, educational plots, biodiversity corners and shared outdoor learning areas, have emerged as important spaces for social interaction, environmental stewardship and local food production. They bring people together across age groups, … View the procurement »
2026-01-13   Provision of Technical Consultancy in Freshwater Salmonid Assessment (Inland Fisheries Ireland)
Requirement for an experienced applicant primarily to co-ordinate and undertake delivery of an established salmon assessment monitoring programme which will re-commence in Q1 of 2026 for a period of one year. Pending further funding, this work may be extended on an annual basis for a maximum of three 12 month periods. View the procurement »
Mentioned suppliers: Aquest Environmental
2026-01-09   Request for Tender for the Provision of Consultancy Services for Public Service Media Review Methodology Development (Coimisiún na Meán)
Request for Tender for the provision of consultancy services to develop a Review Methodology for Public Service Media funding and performance. The contract will cover methodology design, stakeholder consultation outputs, standardised reporting templates, and implementation guidance. View the procurement »
2026-01-05   Request for Tenders for the provision of an Evaluation of the Children’s Court Advocate Pilot Project Services (Department of Justice Home Affairs and Migration)
A comprehensive evaluation of the Children's Court Advocate Pilot Project. The evaluation will assess the effectiveness of the Children’s Court Advocate Pilot Project in achieving its aim of improving how the voice of the child is heard and considered in private family law proceedings. Tenderers are required to: - Monitor and assess the key processes involved in the setup and management of the Pilot. - Explore all key stakeholder’s experiences of the project including children, parents/guardians, … View the procurement »
2025-12-16   25-010F Provision of Market Research and Intelligence Subscription Services (Uisce Éireann)
Uisce Éireann is undertaking a competitive tender process for Market Research and Intelligence Subscription services for Professional Services specifically for various functions including but not limited to IT, HR, Supply Chain, Customer Services and Support, Finance and Communications. Other Business Functions including Business Change and Innovation Departments do not currently hold subscription licenses but may have requirements in the future. View the procurement »
2025-12-09   Consultancy for the completion of Feasibility Study for Community Centre development at Lanesborough, Co Longford (Longford County Council)
Feasibility Study for Community Centre development at Lanesborough, Co Longford View the procurement »
2025-12-04   Open Energy System Model of Ireland, Focusing on Electric Power with Multi-Energy Carrier Extensibility (Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland)
The Services comprise of the delivery of an automated energy modelling workflow that builds, solves and interrogates a configurable energy system optimisation model, using publicly available datasets, all under Open Licenses. Herein, the term ‘Energy System Model’ refers to all parts of the open energy modelling workflow, including all data, methodologies, assumptions, formulation, software, documentation, metadata, and related deliverables. Upon completion of the deliverables, SEAI’s intention is to … View the procurement »
2025-12-04   Development of a Strategy and Action Plan for North-South and East-West cross-border cooperation to the Developing... (Southern Regional Assembly)
Professional services to provide support, guidance and facilitation in the development of a Strategy and Action Plan for North-South and East-West cross-border cooperation to the Developing Irish Sea Cooperation (DISC), a project supported by PEACEPLUS, a programme managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB). View the procurement »
2025-12-01   Ruhama - Invitation to Tender for Pornography Research (Ruhama CLG)
This Request for Services invites qualified researchers or research organisations to submit proposals to undertake an in‑depth study on the intersection of prostitution and the non-consensual recording and dissemination of intimate images within a commercial sexual exploitation context. View the procurement »
2025-11-19   LIMERICK CITY AND COUNTY COUNCIL IRELAND Request for tender for suitably qualified and experienced consultants to... (The High Court of Ireland)
Limerick City and County Council (LCCC) is seeking tenders from suitably qualified consultants with relevant expertise for the provision of services related to updating the Housing Strategy including Housing Need and Demand Assessment as part of the variation of the Limerick Development Plan 2022-2028 in response to Guidelines issues under Section 28 of the Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended). The successful Tenderer is required to undertake: Part A – Review and Update the existing Housing … View the procurement »
2025-11-13   National Childcare Scheme (NCS) Evaluation (Department of Children Disability and Equality)
An evaluation of the National Childcare Scheme (NCS). View the procurement »
2025-11-11   Technical Consultancy Services Portumna Outdoor Recreational Building and Park, Feasibility Study, Design and... (Galway County Council)
Technical Consultancy Services Portumna Outdoor Recreational Building and Park, Co. Galway Stage A Feasibility Study and Preferred Option Report Stage B Preferred Option Design and Planning Approval View the procurement »
2025-11-06   Provision of services for community engagement activities under the Shared Island Initiative Peatland Programme (Department of Housing Local Government and Heritage)
Summary The National Parks and Wildlife Service via Wild Atlantic Nature LIFE IP, (with partners, Northern Ireland Environment Agency, and NatureScot), has secured funding under the Shared Island Initiative (details here) for a programme of peatland restoration in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Scotland. The Shared Island Initiative Peatland Programme involves the development of lighthouse demonstration sites in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Scotland to deliver practical peatland restoration, build … View the procurement »
2025-11-06   Invitation to tender for Bord Bia's Consumer Lifestyle Trend - Cultivate (Bord Bia (Irish Food Board))
In 2023 Bord Bia undertook a significant update of its Consumer Lifestyle Trends programme, a programme that has been in existence for 18 years now. This body of work now known as Cultivate reflects on the big picture macro trends influencing emerging consumer behaviours which are likely to impact the food and drinks industry. The programme was developed to help Irish food and drink companies build a more consumer centric culture and create more futures focused perspectives within their businesses. As … View the procurement »
2025-11-04   Consultancy Services to Support ISO 9001:2015 Certification (Tailte Eireann)
Tailte Éireann seeks to engage quality consultancy services to manage and assist in developing their ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System. View the procurement »
2025-10-31   RFT Trocaire - Partnership Skills Training (Trócaire_166765)
Consultancy to design a training package for Trócaire staff that: 1. Enhances awareness of theories of power, and power dynamics inherent in partnerships between international (Global North-based) and local/national (Global South-based) actors. 2. Strengthens Trócaire team’s ability to recognise behaviours, processes, and practices through which power imbalances manifest in their work with local/national partners. 3. Equips staff with essential skills, tools, and strategies to address these imbalances … View the procurement »
2025-10-30   The supply of Minerals Title Researcher Services (Department of Climate Energy and the Environment)
The services comprise the researching and verifying of mineral rights ownership in Ireland, ensuring accurate identifications of ownership and rights to compensation. View the procurement »
2025-10-30   CfT for the provision of services for the development of a safety roadmap to deliver the necessary safety frameworks... (Department of Climate Energy and the Environment)
CfT for the provision of services for the development of a safety roadmap with the relevant regulators, government, and industry representatives to deliver the necessary safety frameworks and regulatory regimes across the entire hydrogen value chain View the procurement »
2025-10-21   CONTRACT FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT AND OPERATION OF AN IRISH AGROECOLOGICAL LIVING LAB FOR ECOFABULANDS (University College Dublin ( UCD ))
The Contracting Authority wishes to contract with a suitable company or organisation to establish and operate the Irish Agroecological Living Lab (LL) under the ecoFABULAnds project: Innovating for future-proof agroecological, biodiverse, and sustainably productive landscapes of Europe. The LL will act as a bioregional demonstrator for the co-creation, testing, and scaling of agroecological transition strategies at the landscape level in Ireland, contributing directly to WP2 (Living Labs), WP3 … View the procurement »
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Procuring organizations: Eurofound — European Foundation for the... Bord Bia (Irish Food Board) Fáilte Ireland-National Tourism... Sport Ireland National Transport Authority Dublin City Council Marine Institute Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland The Office of Government Procurement The Health Research Board
Suppliers: Kpmg Ernst & Young Economic and Social Research Institute Red C Research And Marketing Ltd Amarach Research Behaviour and Attitudes Marketing Research Deloitte Genesis Grant Thornton Ipsos MRBI/MRBI Market Research Ltd
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