Ballot Paper Templates for use at Ireland's referendums, Presidential, Dáil, European, Mayoral and local elections

The production and delivery of Ballot Paper Templates (BPTs) that may be attached to or enclose the

Ballot Paper Templates for use at Ireland's referendums, Presidential, Dáil, European, Mayoral and local elections

Department of Housing Local Government and Heritage

## Summary The Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage is procuring ballot paper templates for use in various Irish elections, including referendums, Presidential, Dáil, European, Mayoral, and local polls. This open procedure invites suppliers to provide secure and compliant template solutions for these critical democratic processes.

## Scope & Deliverables - Design and supply of ballot paper templates for multiple election types. - Templates must accommodate requirements for referendums, Presidential elections, Dáil elections, European Parliament elections, Mayoral elections, and local elections. - Provision of secure, high-quality printing-ready files or digital assets as specified in the tender documentation.

## Key Requirements - Eligibility: Open to all qualified suppliers; no specific industry restrictions mentioned in the summary data. - Qualifications: Suppliers must demonstrate capability in producing secure, compliant election materials. - Experience: Relevant experience in public sector procurement or election logistics is implied by the nature of the contract. - Certifications: Standard public procurement compliance requirements apply; specific technical certifications are not listed in the provided data.

## Commercials & Timeline - Estimated value: €150,000.00 - Submission deadline: Monday, September 1, 2025, at 12:00 IST - Contract duration: Not stated - Framework/DPS: Not stated

## How to Bid - Submission method: Electronic submission via the public procurement portal (standard for Irish open procedures). - Languages: English (standard for Irish public sector tenders). - Key documents to prepare: Completed tender submission form, technical proposal detailing template capabilities, security compliance documentation, and financial offer.

## Bid Considerations - Strategic Fit: Ideal for specialized printing firms or digital template providers with experience in government or electoral sectors. - Opportunity: Provides access to a recurring revenue stream across multiple election cycles and government departments. - Risk: High security and accuracy requirements are critical; errors could lead to disqualification or legal challenges. - Competition: As an open procedure, expect competition from established suppliers with prior government contracts.

Open procedure. Any interested supplier may submit a tender. There is no shortlisting stage — all compliant bids received by the deadline are evaluated against the published award criteria. It is the most common route for Irish public contracts and is open to SMEs and new entrants.

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