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Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Lidl Ireland has exceeded €2 billion in annual spending with Irish suppliers and achieved €404 million in Irish agri-food exports. The retailer sources from over 270 Irish producers across fresh produce, dairy, meat and bakery categories.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Ireland's Department of Health has approved the procurement phase for a national Electronic Health Records system following a €1 billion investment commitment. The system will digitise patient records across public healthcare services to improve care quality and operational efficiency.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Public procurement has evolved from administrative necessity to strategic enabler of policy objectives, service delivery and economic development across diverse sectors. This transformation reflects growing recognition that procurement decisions shape outcomes far beyond simple value-for-money calculations. Following the lead of last year’s innovators, the achievement in 'Office of Government Procurement & Irish Coast Guard win Best Procurement Collaboration Project of the Year at National Procurement Awards 2025' exemplifies how cross-departmental collaboration delivers superior outcomes. Such recognition establishes strong momentum as nominations open for this year's awards cycle. Furthermore, 'Uisce Éireann launches €7b procurement for water infrastructure projects' demonstrates procurement's role in enabling essential infrastructure investment at unprecedented scale. This tender represents both immediate economic stimulus and long-term commitment to sustainable water services. Lastly, 'White Oaks launches specialist care home catering procurement service' illustrates how targeted procurement solutions address sector-specific requirements with enhanced expertise. Such specialisation reflects market maturation and recognition that complex environments demand tailored sourcing approaches. These developments collectively reveal procurement professionalising, scaling and specialising to meet diverse challenges. Explore each article to understand how strategic sourcing delivers value across sectors.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Honoured for its frontline impact in 2025, the Office of Government Procurement and the Irish Coast Guard secured the Best Procurement Collaboration Project of the Year at the National Procurement Awards, setting a benchmark for sector partnership as the 2026 awards approach.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Osage LLC, a US-based commercial entity of the Osage Nation, has expanded procurement access for Native-owned businesses through its official website. The Oklahoma initiative aims to strengthen Native entrepreneurship and economic self-sufficiency across Osage territories.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

White Oaks, the UK-based senior living division of Compass Group UK & Ireland, has launched Catering Procurement Plus for care home food services. The platform combines digital tools, supplier networks and expert support to streamline catering operations.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

An Garda Síochána has issued a tender for €1 million worth of mountain bike protective equipment for its Mountain Bike Unit. The contract covers cycling gear for 1,023 officers currently assigned to mountain bike duties across Ireland.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Transport Infrastructure Ireland has launched procurement for MetroLink's two major civils packages, valued at €7.9 billion combined. The contracts cover tunnelling works and underground stations for Ireland's first fully-automated metro system connecting Swords to Charlemont.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Uisce Éireann has launched pre-qualification questionnaires for the Greater Dublin Drainage and Water Supply Project, representing over €7 billion in combined investment. The projects will support housing delivery and economic growth across Ireland's Eastern and Midlands regions.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

The national procurement industry underpins public value, translating policy ambition into operational capability through disciplined sourcing and long-term planning. Its influence is increasingly visible in how institutions balance efficiency, resilience, and strategic foresight. Riding the wave set by 2025’s victors, recognition of collaborative excellence highlighted the maturity of procurement leadership across complex organisations. ‘PTSB & Efficio win dual awards at National Procurement Awards 2025’ reflects how partnership-driven models are setting benchmarks as the sector looks ahead to the 2026 awards. Furthermore, strategic acquisition remains central to national capability and preparedness. ‘Ireland acquires Falcon 6x to strengthen strategic air capabilities’ illustrates how procurement decisions can reinforce sovereignty, flexibility, and long-term operational readiness. Lastly, digital innovation is reshaping how procurement delivers value at scale. ‘1Buy.AI secures funding to optimise electronics procurement globally’ points to the growing role of data-driven platforms in improving transparency, speed, and cost control across supply chains. Together, these stories show a sector focused on impact, intelligence, and strategic alignment. Explore each article to understand how procurement decisions today are shaping national capability tomorrow.