Procurement at Iarnród Éireann
The Iarnród Éireann (IÉ) Procurement Department is responsible for sourcing and procuring the goods, services and works required to ensure the safe operation of the IÉ rail network in a fair, open, and transparent manner and in compliance with national and EU procurement rules.
We are committed to procuring goods and services that are sustainable, accessible and which deliver value for money, not just in terms of cost and quality, but also in helping the environment and supporting our communities
Interested in becoming a supplier to Irish Rail?
We source a wide range of goods, services, and works to support our rail network. Click 'More Information' to learn more about our procurement categories.
Guidance on third party works
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Outside people or agencies on occasion wish to carry out works which affect the railway.
Tendering for Irish Rail Contracts
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eTenders is the Irish Government’s official tendering platform.
Sustainable Procurement and Sustainability Criteria
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Sustainable procurement is the integration of environmental, social, and economic considerations into purchasing decisions.
Resources and Downloads
Iarnród Éireann (IÉ) - Standard Terms and Conditions for Purchase of Goods and/or Services for use with IE's Purchase Order (October 2021 - 37KB)
Code of Conduct for Suppliers and Business Partners (May 2026 - 216KB)
IÉ Drug and Alcohol Policy 2024 (6MB)
Iarnród Éireann Sustainable Procurement Strategy (February 2026 - 213KB)
Iarnród Éireann Performance Reports - National Transport Authority
Supply Chain Sustainability School
Iarnród Éireann-Irish Rail is proud to be a founding partner of the Supply Chain Sustainability School in Ireland.