Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 5 February 2025
726. Deputy Denise Mitchell asked the Minister for Social Protection if his Department, or any body under its aegis, currently outsources cleaning services and/or service officer/security officer roles to private companies; the value and length of any related contract, by body, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3204/25]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Department of Social Protection and the bodies under the aegis of the department currently outsource cleaning services and security services as listed below. These services are conducted in line with Government procurement processes.
|
Department /Body under the Aegis of the Department |
Service |
Value (Inc VAT at 13.5%) |
Duration |
|
Department of Social Protection |
Cleaning |
€4,256,250 per year |
Initial 2-year contract. The Department has the option of 2 twelve-month extensions if required. |
|
Department of Social Protection |
Window cleaning services |
€461,065 per year |
Initial 2-year contract. The Department has the option of 2 twelve-month extensions if required. |
|
Department of Social Protection |
Security |
€4,988,625 per year |
Initial 2-year contract. The Department has the option of 2 twelve-month extensions if required. |
|
Pensions Authority (including the Pensions Council) |
Cleaning |
€20,000 per year |
3 years |
|
The Citizen’s Information Board |
Cleaning |
€12,240 per year |
Initial 2-year contract. The Citizen’s Information Board has the option of 2 twelve-month extensions if required. |
My department keeps all contracts for the services as outlined above under regular review.
