National Broadband Plan

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 23 October 2018

Tuesday, 23 October 2018

Questions (532)

Timmy Dooley

Question:

532. Deputy Timmy Dooley asked the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment the details of all meetings which took place between representatives of the national broadband plan tender team and bid teams; the issues discussed; if he will release the minutes; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43361/18]

Written answers

Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment

In reply to Question No. 248 on 18 October, to the House last week, with respect to the nature of the "Competitive Dialogue" procedure used in the NBP Procurement process, I described the confidential nature of the process and indicated that it is not proposed to publish details of meetings held as part of an on-going procurement process. Maintaining confidentiality is necessary and normal practice to protect the integrity of procurement processes.