The provision of the services of an Education Specialist for Research Ireland.

The provision of the services of an Education Specialist for Research Ireland.

Taighde Éireann – Research Ireland

## Summary Research Ireland is procuring the services of an Education Specialist to support its mission of promoting research excellence and impact in Ireland. This is a single-contract engagement rather than a framework or DPS.

## Scope & Deliverables - Provide expert advice and strategic guidance on education policy and practice. - Support the development and implementation of initiatives linking research with educational outcomes. - Contribute to stakeholder engagement and knowledge exchange activities. - Deliver reports and recommendations to enhance the visibility and application of research findings.

## Key Requirements - Proven experience in education policy, research, or related fields. - Strong analytical and strategic planning capabilities. - Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders. - Relevant academic qualifications (typically at master’s level or above) in education, policy, or a related discipline. - Experience working with public sector bodies or research funding agencies is advantageous.

## Commercials & Timeline - Estimated value: €796,000.00 - Submission deadline: Fri Sep 12 12:00:00 IST 2025 - Contract duration: Not stated - Framework/DPS: Not stated

## How to Bid - Submission method: Electronic submission via the Irish Public Procurement Portal (FABP). - Languages: English or Irish. - Key documents to prepare: - Completed tender form. - Statement of qualifications and experience. - Technical proposal outlining approach and methodology. - Financial proposal (if required by the specific tender documents). - Proof of eligibility and compliance with public procurement regulations.

## Bid Considerations - Suitability: Ideal for consultancies or individual experts with deep expertise in Irish education policy and research integration. - Opportunity: High-profile role influencing national research strategy; potential for long-term engagement if contract terms are favorable. - Risk: Significant competition from established policy consultancies; strict adherence to submission deadlines and formatting requirements is critical to avoid disqualification. - Complexity: Requires nuanced understanding of both academic research ecosystems and public sector education priorities.

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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