RFT for the provision of Catering and Hospitality Services for Longford Government Buildings Ballinalee Road, Longford, Co. Longford

In summary, the services comprise: Core canteen services, hospitality services for meetings/Meeting

RFT for the provision of Catering and Hospitality Services for Longford Government Buildings Ballinalee Road, Longford, Co. Longford

Department of Social Protection_349

## Summary The Department of Social Protection is seeking a contractor to provide catering and hospitality services for Longford Government Buildings in Co. Longford, Ireland.

## Scope & Deliverables * Core canteen services * Hospitality services for meetings/Meeting rooms * Range of special functions such as award ceremonies, official receptions etc. * Services may be required during and outside of normal hours

## Key Requirements * Eligibility: Not stated * Qualifications: + Experience in providing catering and hospitality services to government buildings + Compliance with EU food safety regulations (e.g. Regulation (EC) No 852/2004) * Certifications: Not stated * Experience: Not stated

## Commercials & Timeline * Estimated value: €200,000 excluding VAT * Submission deadline: Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at 15:30 IST * Contract duration: 4 years * Framework/DPS: None

## How to Bid * Submission method: Electronic submission through etenders.gov.ie * Languages: English only * Key documents to prepare: + Tender document (RFT) + Qualitative and technical specifications + ESPD (European Single Procurement Document)

## Bid Considerations * This tender may suit companies with experience in providing catering and hospitality services to government buildings. * Opportunities: + Potential for long-term contract + Opportunity to work with a central government authority * Risks: + High level of competition + Compliance with EU food safety regulations required

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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