2017-09-22   Research for the Health Behaviour in School-aged Children (2018) Collaborative Study (Department of Health)
The aim of this Survey is to collect comparable data from school-aged children using an internationally agreed protocol. HBSC Ireland 2018 must be carried out in accordance with the internationally agreed protocol set by the WHO and the successful tenderer will be required to act as Principal Investigator for Ireland on the WHO-HBSC Network. View the procurement »
Mentioned suppliers: National University of Ireland Galway

2017-09-14   Beef, Lamb, Poultry and Pigmeat Insight and Strategy Development for South East Asian Markets (Bord Bia (Irish Food Board))
Invitation to Tender for the provision of Beef, Lamb, Poultry and Pigmeat Insight and Strategy Development for South East Asian Markets. View the procurement »
Mentioned suppliers: Coyne Research Orrani Consulting

2017-09-13   Spatial Data and Evidence Projects (Marine Institute)
The Marine Institute, a semi State body, wishes to invite tenders for an Outsourced Partner to deliver four primary projects, known collectively as the ‘Spatial Data and Evidence Projects’. The primary purpose of this Tender is to deliver Spatial Data and Evidence Projects to support MSP in Ireland. Working together, the Outsourced Partner and the Institute will identify requirements and collate relevant spatial data and evidence, which will provide a technical and scientific foundation for … View the procurement »
Mentioned suppliers: ABPmer

2017-08-17   Study to examine the potential economic opportunities and other impacts on Ireland of concluded, ongoing and future... (Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation)
Study to examine the potential economic opportunities and other impacts on Ireland of concluded, ongoing and future EU Free Trade Agreements. View the procurement »
Mentioned suppliers: Copenhagen Economics

2017-07-13   Provision of Research into the participation in Sport and Physical activity among Irish Children (Sport Ireland)
Request for Tenders for the provision of Research into the participation in Sport and Physical activity among Irish Children and Youth and Related Matters. View the procurement »
Mentioned suppliers: ULearning, University of Limerick

2017-07-07   Job creation by organisation type — cooperatives in selected European countries (Eurofound — European Foundation for the Improvement of Living and Working Conditions)
This contract aims to explore employment effects of this specific type of organisation — cooperatives (including social enterprises). View the procurement »

2017-05-02   The Establishment of Three Multi Party Frameworks to support commercially focussed seafood R&D (Bord Iascaigh Mhara — Irish Sea Fisheries Board ( BIM ))
The Establishment of Three Multi Party Frameworks to support commercially focussed seafood R&D. View the procurement »
Mentioned suppliers: Nofima AS Teagasc Procurement ULearning, University of Limerick

2017-04-27   ITT for Market Prioritisation Research (Bord Bia (Irish Food Board))
Invitation To Tender for the provision of Market Prioritisation Research services. View the procurement »
Mentioned suppliers: Orrani Consulting

2017-04-26   Trinity Technology Enterprise Campus (The University of Dublin Trinity College)
Trinity is Ireland's leading university and is committed to delivering excellence in education, research and innovation. Trinity must continue to focus on the recruitment of world-class faculty and students; compete globally for research funding at scale and develop strong partnerships with the innovation and enterprise sector which can maximise the transfer of knowledge to enable social and economic benefit. To this end, Trinity proposes to develop our Trinity Technology Enterprise Campus (TTEC). The … View the procurement »
Mentioned suppliers: Perkins+Will

2017-04-04   Shellfish Sample processing (Marine Institute)
Currently a requirement exists for a contractor to carry out the initial stages of sample preparation for analysis. This will include early morning collection of marine shellfish samples from a central delivery depot, inputting of sample details online on to a Marine Institute data base, preparatory dissections, homogenisation and delivery of tissue samples to the Marine Institute, Galway. View the procurement »
Mentioned suppliers: AQUAFACT International Services Ltd

2017-03-29   Spatial Data and Evidence Projects (Marine Institute)
The Marine Institute wishes to put a single supplier Framework Agreement in place, for the following specific primary projects, known collectively as the ‘Spatial Data and Evidence Projects’: Project 1: Data Discovery, Collation and Gap Analysis and Collection. Project 2: Map and Assess Marine Ecosystems and their Services. Project 3: Climate Change. Project 4: Modelling and Support Tools. View the procurement »

2017-03-07   External support to undertake an Evaluation of the Impact of the National Dementia Strategy including the National... (Health Service Executive (HSE))
The Health Service Executive seeks to engage external support from an independent organisation/service provider with a suitably qualified team of people to undertake an evaluation of the impact of the National Dementia Strategy including the National Dementia Strategy Implementation Plan (NDSIP). For full details please see the Invitation to Tender documentation published with the Contract Notice on the etenders website, www.etenders.gov.ie View the procurement »
Mentioned suppliers: Ipsos MORI Northern Ireland University College Cork, National...

2017-01-30   Water safety promotion campaign 2017 (Irish Water Safety)
Irish Water Safety (IWS), a statutory body, a voluntary organisation and a registered charity established to promote drowning prevention water safety initiatives in Ireland wishes to invite tenders for the supply of services that will develop and raise public awareness of drowning prevention initiatives and help change the culture, attitudes and behaviours at our aquatic environments so that they are enjoyed with confidence and safety. The tender will involve the development of the associated creative, … View the procurement »

2017-01-26   Development of a Tourism Interpretative Master Plan (Department of Arts, Heritage, Regional, Rural & Gaeltacht Affairs)
Development of a Tourism Interpretative Master Plan for Ireland's National Park Visitor Centres and Coole Park Nature Reserve Visitor Centre. View the procurement »
Mentioned suppliers: SLR Consulting

2016-12-14   ITT for Campaign Evaluation of Promotion of EU Beef and Lamb in China, Hong Kong and Japan (Bord Bia (Irish Food Board))
Invitation to Tender for the Provision of Campaign Evaluation of Promotion of EU Beef and Lamb in China, Hong Kong and Japan. View the procurement »
Mentioned suppliers: Daxue Consulting

2016-11-16   Invitation to Tender to establish a Single Party Framework Agreement for the Provision of Public Affairs Support... (University College Dublin ( UCD ))
UCD is seeking to enhance its reputation as a leading research-intensive university by building its international profile generally and in specific areas of research priority. As such, UCD is seeking the services of an experienced science and research-focussed public affairs and policy agency over the next four years to help us achieve these aims. UCD now wishes to invite tenderers to submit proposals to deliver a flexible and cost effective public affairs service for UCD Research and Innovation. The … View the procurement »
Mentioned suppliers: ISC Intelligence in Science

2016-11-14   E.coli Testing Services (Marine Institute)
The Marine Institute wishes to invite Applicants to submit a tender under an Open Procedure. A requirement exists in 5 lots (as detailed in Annex 3 Service Specification) for the provision of services for the testing of shellfish from Irish production sites for E. coli using a standard 5 tube 3 dilution most probable number method (ISO 16649-3) in accordance with Regulation (EC) 854/2004. The contract period is up to 3 years with the option of extending by a further 2 years. Full details are available in … View the procurement »

2016-09-26   Provision of Public Affairs Services for the National Transport Authority (National Transport Authority)
The Authority requires a Head of Public Affairs whose key objectives will be to: — Maintain and build the Authority's reputation with external audiences, including media, transport sector, political realm, other state agencies; and — Position public transport and other sustainable trip options (e.g. walking and cycling) in a positive way in the minds of the travelling public. The Successful Tenderer will report to the Head of Customer Engagement and will be expected to engage with the Authority CEO, … View the procurement »
Mentioned suppliers: Q4 Public Relations

2016-09-21   Provision of qualitative research study on organisational-level interventions reducing the negative effects of... (Eurofound — European Foundation for the Improvement of Living and Working Conditions)
The work to be undertaken under this contract will form part of a broader research project and the key findings will feed into the thematic section of the 2017 ERM annual report prepared by Eurofound. The general objective of this contract is three-fold: 1) to provide a better understanding of the implementation of organisational-level interventions introduced in company establishments to offset the negative effects of restructuring on the remaining workforce; 2) to assist practitioners in the … View the procurement »

2016-08-11   Surveillance of Residues in Seafood and Related Analytical Services (Marine Institute)
The Marine Institute wishes to put a contract in place in place for the outsourcing of the sampling, testing & reporting components of the Marine Institute's residue monitoring programme. In particular this applies to delivery of the National Aquaculture Residues Control Programme (NRCP) and Border Inspection Post (BIP) analytical service. On award an agreement will be put in place to cover a five year period for provision of such services (proposed start date 1st December 2016). The Invitation to Tender … View the procurement »
Mentioned suppliers: Complete Laboratory Solutions

2016-07-21   Provision of Smarter Travel Services (National Transport Authority)
The NTA are seeking a Service Provider to deliver the following services: — Smarter Travel Workplaces Programme; — Smarter Travel Campus Programme; — Oversight of Green Schools Travel Programme; — Assisting the NTA in the area of mobility management. View the procurement »
Mentioned suppliers: Green Workplaces Limited

2016-06-22   Provision of a horizon scan of global markets and identification of strategic areas of opportunity for Ireland and... (Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation)
The Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation (DJEI) is seeking to appoint consultants to conduct a global market horizon scan to identify strategic areas of opportunity for Ireland and Irish based enterprise. This study aims to identify trends and opportunities in established markets where Irish based enterprises are already engaged and to identify new and emerging/converging market opportunities with potential opportunity for Ireland including opportunities where Ireland has all or many of the … View the procurement »
Mentioned suppliers: Pa Consulting Group

2016-06-17   Study on the future of manufacturing — policy developments and practices of apprenticeships in selected EU Member... (Eurofound — European Foundation for the Improvement of Living and Working Conditions)
Lot 1 — analytical review of apprenticeships in the manufacturing sector in selected EU Member States and world competing regions. Lot 2 — adapting dual apprenticeship programmes to structural change and changing demands in the manufacturing sector — case study examples. View the procurement »

2016-05-31   Feasibility study regarding methodology, design and mode of the European company survey (Eurofound — European Foundation for the Improvement of Living and Working Conditions)
The aim of the contract resulting from this call for tenders is to improve the methodology for the next European company survey. Eurofound is seeking to award a framework contract (FWC) to be prepared for the fourth improved wave of the European company survey. To achieve this, lessons learnt from the last ECS wave (2013) shall be drawn, recommendations in terms of sampling and modes be elaborated and the potential of setting up a panel be discussed. View the procurement »
Mentioned suppliers: TNS Deutschland GmbH

2016-05-26   A Technology Futures Exercise (Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation)
Innovation 2020 commits to a new cycle of research prioritisation and an evidence base to support this process is being prepared with a key element of this work being a Technology Futures exercise which will present an informed assessment of technologies that are or will be critical to Ireland's economic and social development and how they will evolve over a 20 year timeframe. While the immediate use of the output of this Technology Futures Exercise will be to form the next cycle of Research … View the procurement »
Mentioned suppliers: Z_punkt The Foresight Company

2016-04-08   The future of manufacturing — born globals and their international value chains (Eurofound — European Foundation for the Improvement of Living and Working Conditions)
Purpose of this project is to explore the business model of ‘born global enterprises’ in more detail, notably their international activities, and to develop policy pointers on the promotion of SME internationalisation. View the procurement »

2016-03-08   An Integrated Biostratigraphic and Lithostratigraphic Framework of Offshore Ireland (PIPCO RSG Ltd)
The stratigraphic nomenclature for Offshore Ireland is currently informal. A consistent framework for zonation needs to be refined and modified for the Irish basins, led by the integration of extensive existing well data, seismic and improved sampling techniques. This study will produce a biostratigraphic and lithostratigraphic regionally-correlative framework across all the offshore Irish basins. The proposed framework will also be compared to coeval equivalents in neighbouring hydrocarbon provinces. … View the procurement »
Mentioned suppliers: Merlin Energy Resources Ltd

2016-03-02   Provision of Economic Advisory Services related to Public Transport Provision (National Transport Authority)
The Authority has responsibility for securing the provision of public passenger land transport services including the provision of subvented bus and rail services. Currently the subvented services are provided under directly awarded Public Service Obligation Contracts with Bus Éireann, Dublin Bus and Irish Rail. There are also a number of smaller contracts for specific services requiring subvention that the Authority has awarded following tender competitions. The contracts were awarded in December 2009 … View the procurement »
Mentioned suppliers: Kpmg

2016-01-28   Request for Tender for the provision of Investigation Support Services to the Garda Síochána Ombudsman Commission (The Office of Government Procurement)
The Garda Síochána Ombudsman Commission was established in 2007, under the Garda Síochána Act 2005, to provide efficient, fair and independent oversight of policing in Ireland. Its principal role is to deal with complaints about the conduct of members of the Garda Síochána. GSOC requires an externally managed service provider to commence an investigation into the allegations made into the alleged multiple incidents of wrongful cancellation by members of An Garda Síochána of Fixed Charge Notices under … View the procurement »

2016-01-15   The future of manufacturing — developing regional industrial policy capacity (Eurofound — European Foundation for the Improvement of Living and Working Conditions)
The aim of this contract is to map the existing industrial policy capacity in selected EU regions, the identification of elements and processes of overall regional policy design and implementation and the identification of good practices thereof. View the procurement »

2016-01-13   Research Evidence into Practice Project (Department of Children and Youth Affairs)
Tenders are sought from third level institutions to provide institutional support to the Irish Youth Justice Service‟s (IYJS) ‘Research Evidence into Practice Project’, in accordance with the requirements set out in this request for tender. It is envisaged that a partnership will be established between IYJS and a committed third level institution to build on the successes in the youth crime area to date and to support IYJS related policy and programmes to achieve world class standards. View the procurement »

2015-12-23   A detailed look at some key jobs in European manufacturing (Eurofound — European Foundation for the Improvement of Living and Working Conditions)
To provide a better understanding of the changes in the nature of key manufacturing occupations in Europe in recent years, as a result of factors such as technology (primarily) or institutional change, and their implications for skills, work organisation, working conditions and industrial relations. This initiative is 1 element of a pilot project funded by the European Union, entitled ‘The Future of Manufacturing in Europe’ which was entrusted to Eurofound for implementation by the European … View the procurement »

2015-12-23   BAI tender for Public Funding Review of Public Service Broadcasters (Broadcasting Authority of Ireland)
The Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) wishes to award a contract to assist in conducting its Public Funding Reviews of Public Service Broadcasters, pursuant to section 124 of Broadcasting Act 2009. The contract is being awarded initially for the 2015 and 2016 reviews to be carried out in 2016 and 2017 respectively but may be extended to include the review to be carried out in 2018 also. A decision in this regard will be made following a review of the 2017 process. Further information on the … View the procurement »
Mentioned suppliers: Indecon Ireland

2015-12-09   Provision of Expert Advice for Phase 2 of Growing Up in Ireland — The National Longitudinal Study of Children (Department of Children and Youth Affairs)
The Contracting Authority is seeking to establish an international panel of up to 3 distinguished researchers in the field, independent of the core study team, to provide expert advice to the Growing Up in Ireland Steering Group, Project Team and Research Ethics Committee. Successful Tender (s) will be appointed to the expert panel for the period 1.4.2016 to 31.12.2019 which coincides with the scheduled conclusion of Phase 2 of the Growing Up in Ireland Study. View the procurement »
Mentioned suppliers: Ann Sanson Consulting Dr. Satya Brink

2015-10-20   Provision of research study on game-changing technologies in European manufacturing (Eurofound — European Foundation for the Improvement of Living and Working Conditions)
The work will essentially consist in developing 5 separate studies, each one focusing on a (potentially) ‘game-changing’ technology in European manufacturing. These can be broadly considered as exploratory case studies, drawing from different sources of information available (including the collection of new information, particularly of a qualitative nature). The 5 specific technological studies will follow a common protocol and will be reported using a common template. View the procurement »

2015-10-02   Outsourcing of Sampling and Analytical Testing Services (Marine Institute)
The Marine Institute, a semi State body, wishes to invite tenders for an Outsourced partner to deliver key sampling and testing services to support a monitoring programme for Coastal and Transitional waters in part fulfilment of the requirements of the Water Framework Directive. The Institute wishes to work with the outsourced organization as a partner for a 3 year period from Q1 2016 with the option of an extension for a further 3 years at the discretion of the Marine Institute. Funding will be … View the procurement »
Mentioned suppliers: Complete Laboratory Solutions, registered...

2015-09-18   Establishment of European reshoring monitor (Eurofound — European Foundation for the Improvement of Living and Working Conditions)
The objective of the European reshoring monitor will be to capture structured information on individual reshoring cases (‘reshoring fiches’) and provide regular reporting on the phenomenon of reshoring in the EU, on the kinds of activities involved, the reasons for the reshoring of the production in question and the employment consequences of reshoring decisions. The European reshoring monitor initiative is 1 element of a pilot project entitled ‘Future of manufacturing in Europe’ which was entrusted to … View the procurement »
Mentioned suppliers: Linde Medicale srl + Sico spa + Ibo srl Medicair Centro Rti Vivisol Medigas Vitalaire Italia Voxisud

2015-09-07   Design and Implementation of an Evaluation of the Suitability, Effectiveness and Relevance of the JobBridge... (Department of Social Protection)
The successful Tenderer will be required to carry out a programme of evaluation and analysis of the impact and effectiveness of the JobBridge internship programme. View the procurement »
Mentioned suppliers: Indecon Economic Consultants

2015-08-24   Delivering public services: a greater role for the private sector? Case studies on hospital services (Eurofound — European Foundation for the Improvement of Living and Working Conditions)
These case studies are part of a research project looking at the impact of private provision on the accessibility, quality and efficiency of hospital services. Private provision includes both profit and not for profit. The hospitals included can be newly built private hospitals, services contracted out to private providers, developing public-private partnerships, the corporatisation of public hospitals and selling public hospitals to the private sector. The case studies contracted out with this tender … View the procurement »
Mentioned suppliers: Technopolis Group Ltd

2015-08-21   Request for Tender for All of Government Framework Agreement for the Provision of Business and Management Consulting... (The Office of Government Procurement)
Request for Tender for All of Government Framework Agreement for the Provision of Business and Management Consulting and Advisory Services. View the procurement »
Mentioned suppliers: Accenture Achilles Procurement Services Ltd Advisory Ireland (Consortium) Limited Aspira ASTEC Global Consultancy BearingPoint Ireland BMG Research Capita Business Services Ltd (Capita... Clarion Consulting Limited Coyne Research Deloitte Ecnomical and Social Research Institute Ernst & Young Fitzpartick Associates Indecon Economic Consultants Innovative Procurement Solutions Ltd Institute of Public Administration Kosi Corporation Limited Kpmg Leading Edge Group Mazars Pa Consulting Pathfinder Pricewaterhousecoopers Prospectus Research Matters Ltd RSM Ireland SQW Limited Treacy Consulting

2015-06-03   Initial evaluation of the effectiveness of activation process reforms (Department of Social Protection)
Request for tenders for the design and implementation of an initial evaluation of the effectiveness of activation reforms on the success of unemployed people exiting unemployment, in particular exiting to employment. View the procurement »
Mentioned suppliers: Economic and Social Research Institute

2015-05-13   Preparation and implementation of the 4th European quality of life survey (EQLS) (Eurofound — European Foundation for the Improvement of Living and Working Conditions)
Eurofound wishes to conclude a contract for the preparation and implementation of the 4th European quality of life survey (EQLS). Information on the previous European quality of life surveys can be found on Eurofound's website: http://www.eurofound.europa.eu/surveys/eqls The fieldwork is expected to take place in 2016. View the procurement »
Mentioned suppliers: TNS Opinion SA

2015-04-16   Does reducing non-wage labour costs generate sustainable new employment? (Eurofound — European Foundation for the Improvement of Living and Working Conditions)
To conduct a comprehensive review of existing evaluations of measures reducing employer social security contributions/payroll taxes accompanied by a literature review summarising the principal findings in the related theoretical and empirical literature. The reviews conducted by the successful tenderer will provide input into Eurofound's project 'Do reduced non-wage labour costs lead to more sustainable jobs — a review of evaluations'. The successful tenderer, in addition to reviews conducted, will also … View the procurement »

2015-04-01   Bid Advisory / Bid Co-Ordination and Management Services (Irish Rugby Football Union)
The Irish Rugby Football Union (IRFU) is the Governing Body for Rugby Union in Ireland. It is responsible for the Irish national team, the 4 provincial teams and 224 clubs. It is also responsible for the development of the sport in schools, colleges and clubs. It is one of the member unions of World Rugby (formally the International Rugby Board (IRB)). The IRFU has decided to make a bid to World Rugby to host the 2023 Rugby World Cup on the Island of Ireland. The bid is being supported by the Irish … View the procurement »

2014-12-17   Research organisation to deliver a system to monitor sports participation among adults in Ireland (Irish Sports Council)
The Irish Sports Council wishes to engage with an external research provider to deliver a system to monitor adult participation from 2015-2018. Please consult the associated documentation for full instructions on the requirements and rules of the competition. Documents are available to download from www.eTender.gov.ie View the procurement »
Mentioned suppliers: Ipsos MRBI

2014-10-24   Housing in Europe: preventing inadequate housing — case studies (Eurofound — European Foundation for the Improvement of Living and Working Conditions)
To conduct 6 case studies (2 per lot) on measures aimed at preventing or intervening early in low-quality housing. The case studies conducted within this tender will provide input into Eurofound's project 'Housing in Europe — the consequences of poor accommodation'. This tender concerns policies/initiatives/measures aimed at preventing or early intervention of the negative consequences of inadequate housing. The focus is on low-quality housing. View the procurement »
Mentioned suppliers: Ecorys UK Ltd

2014-10-03   Research study report on 'Estimating the economic and social costs of inadequate housing' (Eurofound — European Foundation for the Improvement of Living and Working Conditions)
In the context of Eurofound's project on 'Housing in Europe — the consequences of poor accommodation' (work programme 2014) it is proposed that a research study be carried out entitled 'Estimating the economic and social costs of inadequate housing'. The objective of the proposed contract is: 1) to identify social and economic costs of inadequate housing; and 2) carry out an assessment of social returns on investment of selected policies and interventions; and therefore develop an understanding of costs … View the procurement »

2014-09-23   Research study report on 'The gender employment gap: challenges and solutions' (Eurofound — European Foundation for the Improvement of Living and Working Conditions)
In the context of the call of the social investment package of the importance of closing the gender gaps in the labour market, in 2014 Eurofound will carry out a research project entitled 'The gender employment gap: challenges and solutions': — to map the recent trend and determinants of female labour market participation and to study the non-paid domestic and care activities, — to estimate the economic loss due to the gender gap in employment participation in Europe, — to investigate the future effect … View the procurement »

2014-09-09   Housing in Europe: Preventing inadequate housing — case studies (Eurofound — European Foundation for the Improvement of Living and Working Conditions)
To conduct 6 case studies on measures aimed at preventing or intervening early in low-quality housing. The case studies conducted within this tender will provide input into Eurofound's project 'Housing in Europe — the consequences of poor accommodation'. This tender concerns policies/initiatives/measures aimed at preventing or early-intervention of the negative consequences of inadequate housing. The focus is on low-quality housing. View the procurement »

2014-07-31   Research and design of paramedic competency standard (Pre-Hospital Emergency Care Council)
We are inviting submissions from suitably accredited tertiary level institutes e.g. Universities providing paramedic programmes in jurisdictions where the paramedic profession is regulated to tender for the research and supply of a paramedic competency standard. The competency standard will include future paramedic specialist roles i.e., physician's assistant (emergency department); community; aerial transport; and critical care in Ireland. The competency standard will supplement the current Education … View the procurement »