Government shortlisted for procurement awards just one week after Dáil bike shelter revelation

Junior Minister Ossian Smyth praised the  Office of Government Procurement, saying that it demonstrates 'the power of strategic centralized procurement in delivery value for money'. Picture: Fennell Photography

The Government has been shortlisted in three categories for the National Procurement Awards, a week on from revelations that over €330,000 had been spent on a Dáil bike shelter.

The Office of Government Procurement was nominated for awards in innovation in technology, procurement team of the year, and best green procurement project.