Emergency Pharmacy Services and Supplies to the Irish Defence Forces

Emergency Pharmacy Services and Supplies to the Irish Defence Forces

Irish Defence Forces_1144

## Summary The Irish Defence Forces are seeking a contractor to provide emergency external pharmacy services across all Defence Forces locations. The contract will involve dispensing prescribed medicines to Defence Forces personnel and providing counselling and support to healthcare staff. The estimated value of the contract is €2,500,000.

## Scope & Deliverables * Provision of emergency external pharmacy services * Dispensing prescribed medicines to Defence Forces personnel * Providing counselling and support to healthcare staff * Collaborating with prescribers and local healthcare staff to support the safe, efficient, and cost-effective use of medicines

## Key Requirements * Eligibility: The contractor must be a registered pharmacy service provider in Ireland. * Qualifications: The contractor must have experience in providing pharmacy services to a similar client base. * Certifications: The contractor must hold relevant certifications, such as a pharmacy degree or a diploma in pharmacy practice. * Experience: The contractor must have a proven track record of providing pharmacy services to a similar client base.

## Commercials & Timeline * Estimated value: €2,500,000 * Submission deadline: Friday, 16 October 2026 * Contract duration: 36 months * Framework/DPS: None

## How to Bid * Submission method: Electronic submission via the eTenders website * Languages: English * Key documents to prepare: European Single Procurement Document (ESPD), tender submission form, and any additional documentation required by the Defence Forces

## Bid Considerations * This contract may suit a contractor with experience in providing pharmacy services to a similar client base, particularly those with a strong track record of collaborating with healthcare staff. * Opportunities: The contract offers a significant revenue stream for the successful contractor, as well as the opportunity to work with a major client in the Irish public sector. * Risks: The contractor must be aware of the potential risks associated with working with a government client, including the need to comply with strict procurement regulations and the potential for disputes or claims.

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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