Policy on Procurement

Guiding principles for Department of Education and Youth Procurement Policy are:

• Accountability
  All procurement activities must be conducted in a manner that ensures accountability for public funds and compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Transparency
  Procurement processes must be transparent, providing clear and accessible information to all stakeholders, including suppliers and the public.
• Value for Money
  Achieving the best possible outcome for the expenditure of public funds, considering price, quality, and sustainability.
• Fairness and Integrity
  All suppliers must be treated fairly and equitably. The procurement process must be conducted with integrity and free from bias or conflict of interest.
• Compliance
  Adherence to national and EU procurement rules, policies, and procedures.
• Sustainability
  Procurement should support sustainable development by considering environmental, social, and economic impacts.
• Efficiency
  Processes should be streamlined and efficient, ensuring timely delivery of goods and services while minimizing administrative burden.

Contract details of goods and services valued over €25,000

See Also

Procurement in the Education Sector