IT3847C- CFT for the Provision of a Part Time Hours Claim and Digital Forms System using a SaaS model for The Department of Education and Youth.

Education Shared Business Services currently manage the payroll for 16 ETBs. The SaaS services model

IT3847C- CFT for the Provision of a Part Time Hours Claim and Digital Forms System using a SaaS model for The Department of Education and Youth.

Education Procurement Service (EPS)

## Summary The Education Procurement Service (EPS) is seeking a provider for a Part Time Hours Claim and Digital Forms System using a SaaS model for The Department of Education and Youth. The contract value is estimated at €10.5 million.

## Scope & Deliverables * Supply, hosting, installation, migration, configuration, customisation, testing, commissioning, documentation, training, and maintenance support services of the modules set out in Annex 1. * Development for future growth as may be deemed necessary due to expansion.

## Key Requirements * Eligibility: Not stated * Qualifications: Not stated * Certifications: Not stated * Experience: Not stated

## Commercials & Timeline * Estimated value: €10.5 million * Submission deadline: July 21, 2026, 14:00 IST * Contract duration: 180 months (15 years) * Framework/DPS: No framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system.

## How to Bid * Submission method: Electronic submission required through the eTenders website. * Languages: English only. * Key documents to prepare: + European Single Procurement Document (ESPD). + Tender document (RFT / qualitative / specs).

## Bid Considerations * This tender may suit companies with experience in software-related services, particularly those with a proven track record of delivering SaaS-based solutions for large-scale clients. * Opportunities: The contract value is substantial, and the scope of work includes development for future growth, which could lead to additional revenue streams. * Risks: The contract duration is 15 years, which may pose risks related to market changes, technological advancements, and vendor lock-in.

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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