General Procurement Guidance

2004 Guidelines on conducting an appropriate competitive process under national rules and revised EU public procurement Directives. These largely replace the provisions of the 1994 Guidelines [Green Book]. A hardcopy version is available on request from procure@finance.gov.ie. This version is in PDF.

1a. Public Procurement Guidelines - Competitive Process (PDF)

2004 Guidelines on conducting an appropriate competitive process under national rules and revised EU public procurement Directives. These largely replace the provisions of the 1994 Guidelines [Green Book]. A hardcopy version is available on request from procure@finance.gov.ie. This version is in MS Word.

1b. Public Procurement Guidelines - Competitive Process (Word)

2004 Guidelines on conducting an appropriate competitive process under national rules and revised EU public procurement Directives. These largely replace the provisions of the 1994 Guidelines [Green Book]. A hardcopy version is available on request from procure@finance.gov.ie. This version is in HTML.

1c. Public Procurement Guidelines - Competitive Process (HTML)

Capital Works Management Framework can be found on the Construction Procurement website under the following link: http://www.constructionprocurement.gov.ie

2 . Capital Works Management Framework

Information on the obligations of contracting authorities to notify tenderers and to provide information on public contracts covered by the EU procurement Directives, as well as general guidance on voluntary debriefing of unsuccessful tenderers. This document is in PDF format.

2a. Notifying Tenderers and Disclosure of Information (PDF)

Information on the obligations of contracting authorities to notify tenderers and to provide information on public contracts covered by the EU procurement Directives, as well as general guidance on voluntary debriefing of unsuccessful tenderers. This document is in MS Word.

2b. Notifying Tenderers and Disclosure of Information (Word)

Information on the obligations of contracting authorities to notify tenderers and to provide information on public contracts covered by the EU procurement Directives, as well as general guidance on voluntary debriefing of unsuccessful tenderers. This document is in HTML.

2c. Notifying Tenderers and Disclosure of Information (HTML Web page version)

Thresholds (exclusive of VAT) above which advertising of contracts in the Official Journal of the EU is obligatory, applicable from 1 January 2010 to 31 December 2011.

3a. Current EU Thresholds (PDF)

Thresholds (exclusive of VAT) above which advertising of contracts in the Official Journal of the EU is obligatory, applicable from 1 January 2010 to 31 December 2011.

3b. Current EU Thresholds (WORD)

The guidance outlines the procedures for establishing frameworks, types of frameworks (single supplier, multiple suppliers) and procedure for award of contracts based on frameworks.

4a. Guidance on Framework Agreements (PDF)

The guidance outlines the procedures for establishing frameworks, types of frameworks (single supplier, multiple suppliers) and procedure for award of contracts based on frameworks.

4b. Guidance on Framework Agreements (Word)

Guidelines for contracting authorities on the use of generic specifications for ICT contracts. This has been the subject of discussion, correspondence and EU investigation. These guidelines may be expanded or modified in the light of any further developments.

5a. Guidelines on Use of Generic ICT Specifications (PDF Version)

Guidelines for contracting authorities on the use of generic specifications for ICT contracts. This has been the subject of discussion, correspondence and EU investigation. These guidelines may be expanded or modified in the light of any further developments. This is a HTML version.

5b. Guidelines on Use of Generic ICT Specifications (HTML - Web Page Version)

The purpose of these guidelines is to help government departments, offices and agencies (hereinafter `the contracting authority¿) to engage external support, whether consultants, contractors or external service provider

6a. Guidelines for the Engagement of Consultants by the Civil Service (Word)

The purpose of these guidelines is to help government departments, offices and agencies (hereinafter `the contracting authority¿) to engage external support, whether consultants, contractors or external service provider

6b. Guidelines for the Engagement of Consultants by the Civil Service(PDF)

Guidance arising from recommendations in the "Quigley Report" on procurement procedures used for engaging certain public relations services in the Office of Public Works and the Department of the Environment, Heritage and Local Government in 2001 and 2002. This is a PDF version.

7a. "Quigley Report" Guidance (PDF)

Guidance arising from recommendations in the "Quigley Report" on procurement procedures used for engaging certain public relations services in the Office of Public Works and the Department of the Environment, Heritage and Local Government in 2001 and 2002. This is a HTML version.

7b. "Quigley Report" Guidance (HTML- Webpage version)

2005 Capital Appraisal Guidelines for the evaluation, approval and management of capital expenditure, particularly within the context of the new multi-annual investment framework announced in Budget 2004. This is a PDF document.

8a. Capital Appraisal Guidelines (PDF)

2005 Capital Appraisal Guidelines for the evaluation, approval and management of capital expenditure, particularly within the context of the new multi-annual investment framework announced in Budget 2004. This is a MS Word document.

8b. Capital Appraisal Guidelines (Word)

2005 Capital Appraisal Guidelines for the evaluation, approval and management of capital expenditure, particularly within the context of the new multi-annual investment framework announced in Budget 2004. This is a HTML version.

8c. Capital Appraisal Guidelines (HTML- webpage version)

Guidance for public bodies on an approach to engaging advertising and creative design services. This is a PDF version.

9a. Guidance Note on engaging Advertising, Public Relations and Creative Design Services (PDF)

Guidance for public bodies on an approach to engaging advertising and creative design services. This is a HTML version.

9b. Guidance Note on engaging Advertising, Public Relations and Creative Design Services (HTML)

Guidance for public bodies on an approach to engaging advertising and creative design services. This is a MS Word version.

9c. Guidance Note on engaging Advertising, Public Relations and Creative Design Services (Word)

General guidance to assist public sector buyers to conduct purchasing in a way that satisfies probity and accountability requirements. This is a PDF version.

10a. Ethics in Public Procurement (PDF)

General guidance to assist public sector buyers to conduct purchasing in a way that satisfies probity and accountability requirements. This is a MS Word version.

10b. Ethics in Public Procurement (Word)

General guidance to assist public sector buyers to conduct purchasing in a way that satisfies probity and accountability requirements. This is a HTML version.

10c. Ethics in Public Procurement (HTML-webpage version)

Directives can be viewed or downloaded.

11. EU Public Procurement Directives link

Procedures for the approval of certain contracts in the central government sector. This is a PDF version.

12a. Department of Finance Circular 40/02 (PDF)

Procedures for the approval of certain contracts in the central government sector. This is a MS Word version.

12b. Department of Finance Circular 40/02 (Word)

Procedures for the approval of certain contracts in the central government sector. This is a HTML version.

12c. Department of Finance Circular 40/02 (HTML-webpage version)

Suggested template for annual report in relation to Circular 40/42 as an Excel spreadsheet.

12d. Appendix to Circular 40/42 (Excel)

"Buying Green!", a handbook on environmental public procurement which includes details of many interesting initiatives throughout the EU that stimulate green public procurement and practical information to help public authorities successfully in launching a green purchasing policy. This is a PDF version.

13a. "Buying Green" Handbook (PDF)

"Buying Green!", a handbook on environmental public procurement which includes details of many interesting initiatives throughout the EU that stimulate green public procurement and practical information to help public authorities successfully in launching a green purchasing policy. This is a HTML version.

13b. "Buying Green" handbook (HTML - webpage version)

Guidance and clarification for public bodies on how environmental considerations may be taken into account and promoted in public procurement. Produced by the Government Contracts Committee in February 2004, this is a PDF version.

14a. Environmental Considerations in Public Procurement (PDF)

Guidance and clarification for public bodies on how environmental considerations may be taken into account and promoted in public procurement. Produced by the Government Contracts Committee in February 2004, this is a MS Word version.

14b. Environmental Considerations in Public Procurement (Word)

Guidance and clarification for public bodies on how environmental considerations may be taken into account and promoted in public procurement. Produced by the Government Contracts Committee in February 2004, this is a HTML version.

14c. Environmental Considerations in Public Procurement (HTML- webpage version)

This is a PDF version of a quick guide to electronic auctions, in question and answer format. For further information, email eproc@finance.gov.ie.

15a. Quick Guide to eAuctions (PDF)

This is a HTML version of a quick guide to electronic auctions, in question and answer format. For further information, email eproc@finance.gov.ie.

15b. Quick Guide to eAuctions (HTML)

This document provides a basic checklist covering the steps in a normal procurement cycle, from identifying and specifying a need to awarding a contract. It is particularly useful for anyone who is new to procurement or buys infrequently. You can 'tick off' each step as it is completed. This version is in PDF.

16a. Public Procurement Checklist (PDF)

This document provides a basic checklist covering the steps in a normal procurement cycle, from identifying and specifying a need to awarding a contract. It is particularly useful for anyone who is new to procurement or buys infrequently. You can 'tick off' each step as it is completed. This version is in PDF.

16b. Public Procurement Checklist (Word)

This document provides a basic checklist covering the steps in a normal procurement cycle, from identifying and specifying a need to awarding a contract. It is particularly useful for anyone who is new to procurement or buys infrequently. You can 'tick off' each step as it is completed. This version is in PDF.

16c. Public Procurement Checklist (HTML)

Frequently Asked Questions on public procurement. This version is HTML.

17. Frequently Asked Questions (HTML)

Green Public Procurement in Europe - A letter from the EU commission. This is a PDF document.

18a. Green Public Procurement in Europe (PDF)

Green Public Procurement in Europe - A letter from the EU commission. This is a HTML version.

18b. Green Public Procurement in Europe (HTML)

The NPPPU has published a list of, and links to, educational and training programmes that could be relevant to those involved in procurement

19a. Education and Training Links (Word)

The NPPPU has published a list of, and links to, educational and training programmes that could be relevant to those involved in procurement

19b. Education and Training Links (HTML)

The NPPPU has published a list of, and links to, educational and training programmes that could be relevant to those involved in procurement

19c. Education and Training Links (PDF)

Guide to Public Sector Aggregation in Ireland developed to help procurers who want to put in place arrangements for the aggregation of demand of goods and services by public sector bodies. This version is HTML

20a. Guide to Public Sector Aggregation in Ireland (HTML version)

Guide to Public Sector Aggregation in Ireland developed to help procurers who want to put in place arrangements for the aggregation of demand of goods and services by public sector bodies. This is a PDF document.

20b. Guide to Public Sector Aggregation in Ireland (PDF Version)

Framework of Consultancy Services to Assist Public Bodies in the Development and Implementation of Corporate Procurement Plans. This replaces the previous Word/HTML documents published in 2006.

21. Framework For Corporate Plans Consultancy: Users Guide 2008 (accessible PDF)

Effective and efficient procurement policies, procedures and practices in contracting authorities can have a significant impact on obtaining value for money in the purchase of goods and services by the State.

22. Supply Market Analysis - Guidance Note (Word)

Effective and efficient procurement policies, procedures and practices in contracting authorities can have a significant impact on obtaining value for money in the purchase of goods and services by the State.

23a. Market Supply Analysis - Guidance Note (Pdf)

Effective and efficient procurement policies, procedures and practices in contracting authorities can have a significant impact on obtaining value for money in the purchase of goods and services by the State.

23b. Supply Market Analysis- Guidance Note (Html)

This is a list of, and links to, ECJ cases and other legal opinions related to public procurement. The list is intended to provide general information and guidance to participants in the public procurement market and NPPPU summaries or comments are not a definitive legal interpretation of any provisions. The NPPPU does not accept responsibility or liability for errors or omissions.

24a. European Court of Justice Case Law & other Legal Opinion

This is a list of, and links to, ECJ cases and other legal opinions related to public procurement. The list is intended to provide general information and guidance to participants in the public procurement market and NPPPU summaries or comments are not a definitive legal interpretation of any provisions. The NPPPU does not accept responsibility or liability for errors or omissions.

24b. European Court of Justice Case Law & other Legal Opinion (HTML version)

This is a list of, and links to, ECJ cases and other legal opinions related to public procurement. The list is intended to provide general information and guidance to participants in the public procurement market and NPPPU summaries or comments are not a definitive legal interpretation of any provisions. The NPPPU does not accept responsibility or liability for errors or omissions.

24c. European Court of Justice Case Law & other Legal Opinion (PDF version)

The 10 Step Guide is designed to stimulate innovative business activity in Ireland, while improving the delivery and efficiencies of public sector goods and services. It also identifies a number of actions to be taken to break down barriers and facilitate improved access for SMEs to public contracts. The guide is for all officials in all public sector organisations involved in public procurement, both users and purchasers.

25. Buying Innovation: The 10 Step Guide to SMART Procurement and SME Access to Public Contracts

Department of Finance Circular 10/10: Facilitating SME Participation in Public Procurement & Guidance for Public Contracting Authorities: Facilitating the Participation of SMEs in Public Procurement.

26. Circular 10/10 & Guidance on measures to facilitate participation of SMEs in public procurement