Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 25 January 2006
928 Mr. Kenny asked the Minister for Community, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs if his Department has produced an annual corporate procurement plan in respect of each of the years 2000 to 2005; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2245/06]
View answerMy Department carries out its procurement functions in accordance with the relevant Department of Finance guidelines. It has a procurement officer who provides guidance and assistance to line divisions in regard to procurement matters. In addition, customised internal guidelines on procurement have been made available to all staff.
In the context of building on current capacity in this area, my Department is in contact with the Department of Finance in regard to the provision of appropriate specialised training, which will facilitate the production of a departmental corporate procurement plan. I anticipate that such a plan will be in place later this year.
