Tenders/Supply of Dinners for Meals on Wheels

Supply of Dinners for Meals on Wheels

North Offaly Community Development Network CLG

Published: Sep 26, 2026

Updated: Sep 26, 2026

About This Opportunity

This is a supplies contract in the general supplies and social protection sectors, with a focus on Catering. Located in Ireland, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums.

Published through eTenders - Ireland Public Procurement, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for the supply of goods in the general supplies sector. Supply contracts typically require bidders to demonstrate product compliance with technical specifications, delivery capacity, and relevant certifications. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.

Description

This tender opportunity, managed through Ireland's etenders platform, concerns the supply of dinners for a 'Meals on Wheels' service. The contracting authority is seeking a reliable provider to deliver prepared meals three days per week. This service is vital for supporting vulnerable individuals within the community, providing them with nutritious meals. Potential bidders should demonstrate the capacity to prepare and deliver high-quality, wholesome meals that meet relevant food safety and nutritional standards. The tender will likely specify requirements regarding menu variety, dietary options (e.g., for specific health conditions), packaging, delivery logistics, and adherence to strict hygiene protocols. Evaluation criteria will focus on the quality and suitability of the proposed meals, the provider's operational capacity, delivery reliability, and cost-effectiveness. Interested suppliers are expected to outline their experience in catering or food service provision, particularly for community-based or vulnerable client groups. This procurement is essential for the continued provision of a critical social support service.

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from eTenders - Ireland Public Procurement and was originally published on September 26, 2026. Last refreshed today. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

What type of contract is this?

This is a Supplies contract in the General Supplies & Services sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in Ireland. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

How can I submit a bid?

Visit eTenders - Ireland Public Procurement to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions provided by the contracting authority.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by North Offaly Community Development Network CLG in Ireland. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.