Office of Public Works Projects

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 18 September 2018

Tuesday, 18 September 2018

Questions (148)

Joan Burton

Question:

148. Deputy Joan Burton asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform when the OPW will appoint engineering consultants for the planned State data centre at Backweston, Celbridge, County Kildare; when planning permission will be sought for the project; when construction on the project will commence; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37808/18]

Written answers

Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform

Engineering consultant tenders were received on 10 September 2018. They are presently being assessed. Planning application is due to be lodged in Quarter 4 2018. Construction tender documents will be issued in Q 2 2019. On-site work should commence in Quarter 4 2019.