Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 16 May 2023
687. Deputy Michael Creed asked the Minister for Health if he will provide an outline of the current situation regarding tender for new home care (Tender 2023); the reason there have been three extensions of the existing tender since 2018, including most recently in April last; if he will meet with an organisation (details supplied) on this matter; and if he will take immediate steps to conclude Tender 2023 at the earliest possible date. [22962/23]
View answerTender 2023 is a priority area and the process of developing the new tender is at an advanced stage. My officials are engaging at a senior level with the HSE and the HSE has ongoing engagements with home care providers to progress the new tender. As a strict communication protocol applies in all phases of the procurement process a meeting with a particular organisation on Tender 2023 cannot be facilitated at this time.
I have asked the HSE to reply further to the Deputy on Tender 2023.
