Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 1 July 2015
106. Deputy Finian McGrath asked the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation if he will provide support in respect of a new company (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26637/15]
View answerMy Department takes a number of factors into account when disposing of old IT equipment and other electronic waste. Such factors include, among other things, cost, security, data protection and efficient reuse. My Department has in the past used open public procurement procedures to choose a recycling partner who is best able to meet its requirements. As certain ICT equipment designated for disposal may have a residual value, it would not be feasible for my Department to provide such equipment to any one operator without offering it on an open basis through some form of competitive procurement process. Future procurement processes related to this area are likely to be managed by the Office of Government Procurement.
