Supply of Multi Factor Authentication keys for front-facing systems

Supply of Multi Factor Authentication keys for front-facing systems

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade/An Roinn Gnóthaí Eachtracha agus Trádála

## Summary The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade/An Roinn Gnóthaí Eachtracha agus Trádála is seeking tenders for the supply and delivery of 1,200 physical multi-factor authentication (MFA) security keys for front-facing systems. The estimated value of the contract is €96,000 (excl. VAT) over a 12-month period.

## Scope & Deliverables * Supply and delivery of 1,200 physical MFA security keys * Compliance with the requirements and specifications outlined in the tender document

## Key Requirements * Eligibility: Economic operators with the necessary expertise and experience to supply and deliver the required goods * Qualifications: Tenderers must demonstrate their ability to meet the requirements and specifications outlined in the tender document * Certifications: Not stated * Experience: Tenderers must have experience in supplying and delivering similar goods

## Commercials & Timeline * Estimated value: €96,000 (excl. VAT) * Submission deadline: Thursday, 29 October 2026, 13:00:00 GMT * Contract duration: 12 months * Framework/DPS: Not stated

## How to Bid * Submission method: Electronic submission through the eTenders platform * Languages: English * Key documents to prepare: Tender document (GoodsRFT170125) and any additional documentation required by the tender document

## Bid Considerations * This tender may suit businesses with experience in supplying and delivering MFA security keys, particularly those with a presence in Ireland. * Opportunities: The contract offers a 12-month duration, providing a stable revenue stream for the successful bidder. * Risks: The accelerated open procedure may limit the time available for tenderers to prepare and submit their bids, and the contract duration is relatively short.

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.

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade/An Roinn Gnóthaí Eachtracha agus Trádála has 24 tender(s) tracked on TenderScout, of which 3 are currently open. On the EU TED record this buyer has awarded 21 contract(s) worth around €9,105,130.

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