Question 1

What does the Transparency and Social Value in Public Procurement Bill 2024 do?

Accepted Answer

Requires public bodies to submit annual reports to the Minister detailing procurement spending, including contract types, social clauses used, SME awards, contractor performance, cost overruns, and non-compliant spending. Minister must compile and publish aggregate annual reports on all public procurement data to identify system performance gaps and areas for improvement. Amends Companies Act 2014 to register additional company information including procurement awards, court judgments, beneficial ownership, and bankruptcy status.

Question 2

What stage is the Transparency and Social Value in Public Procurement Bill 2024 at?

Accepted Answer

As of 27 Jun 2025, the Transparency and Social Value in Public Procurement Bill 2024 is at Second Stage in 33rd Dáil. Once a bill passes every stage in both Houses of the Oireachtas and is signed by the President, it becomes law.

Question 3

Who introduced the Transparency and Social Value in Public Procurement Bill 2024?

Accepted Answer

The Transparency and Social Value in Public Procurement Bill 2024 was sponsored by Mairéad Farrell, and was introduced on 15 Oct 2024.

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