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I would like to apply under the provisions of the Freedom of Information Act for the following records held by OPW: Copy of correspondence between OPW and the Department of Children, Integration and Youth in February 2024 in relation to rapid-build modular housing units for Ukrainians.

Office of Public Works

Under the Freedom of Information Act 2014, I wish to request copies of the correspondence pertaining to the OPW request for the Gardai at the pedestrian gate at Lime Avenue, Castletown House, Celbridge on Wednesday 18th December 2024.

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FOI to the following: 1. A detailed cost breakdown in relation to former OPW Chairman's Maurice Buckley's retirement party 2. All correspondence including emails/memos/notes/whatsapps/meeting minutes relating to the cost of Maurice Buckley's retirement party from February 2024 to date

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In accordance with the Freedom of Information Act, I request access to the following records which are non-personal and which I believe are held by the Office of Public Works (OPW), Dated between June 1, 2024 and the date of this request: Records of correspondence between OPW acting head of corporate services/ acting assistant secretary Pat Fitzsimons and representatives on behalf of Dublin Zoo regarding requests and discussion around funding and supports for the zoo. Records of correspondence between OPW acting head of corporate services/ acting assistant secretary Pat Fitzsimons and representatives on behalf of Fota Wildlife Park regarding requests and discussion around funding and supports for the park. Records of correspondence between OPW chairman John Conlon and representatives on behalf of Dublin Zoo regarding requests and discussion around funding and supports for the zoo. Records of correspondence between OPW chairman John Conlon and representatives on behalf of Fota Wildlife Park regarding requests and discussion around funding and supports for the park. Records of correspondence between OPW Minister Kieran O’Donnell and representatives on behalf of Dublin Zoo regarding requests and discussion around funding and supports for the zoo. Records of correspondence between OPW Minister Kieran O’Donnell and representatives on behalf of Fota Wildlife Park regarding requests and discussion around funding and supports for the park.

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Can you confirm There is a mechanical ventilation system in Leinster house. Does this System use HEPA or Merv filters to what grade? What guidance is used for replacing filters and maintenance of this system ? What are the running costs of the mechanical ventilation system? Per annum since installation? What guidance or standards are used regarding the mechanical ventilation system? When was the mechanical ventilation system installed or upgraded? Please give records of indoor air quality monitors type and Data. With respect to the mechanical ventilation system in Leinster house.When was this installed? What guidance is in operation to ensure indoor air quality in Leinster house? What is and please share, the data regarding indoor air quality in Leinster house. What are the air changes per hour provided by the mechanical ventilation system in Leinster house ? Please give ranges for occupancy and for both if windows are open or closed. Please give records of guidance used in Leinster house on how to regulate the ventilation system depending on air quality. How is the ventilation system in Leinster house regulated for the varied occupancy levels in Leinster house?

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I am writing to request the release of information under the Freedom of Information Act relating to the construction of a building for the Defence Forces on Irish Prison Service land beside the Irish Prison Service Training College on the Dublin Road in Portlaoise. Please provide documentation which outlines the OPW's requirements for the building as outlined to the successful tender the Flynn Group.

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I would like to apply under the Freedom of Information Act 2014 for the following records: 1. A copy of all correspondence between the Office of Public Works/ its officials and the Minister of State with responsibility for the OPW/his representatives relating to the Phoenix Park Parking Strategy from 01/07/2023 to date. 2. A copy of all correspondence between the Office of Public Works/ its officials, the Minister of State with responsibility for the OPW/ his representatives, and the Department of Transport relating to the Phoenix Park Parking Strategy from 01/07/2023 to date. 3. A copy of all correspondence between the Office of Public Works/ its officials, the Minister of State with responsibility for the OPW/ his representatives, and the Department of Justice relating to the Phoenix Park Parking Strategy from 01/07/2023 to date. I would like to receive this information electronically.

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Competition ref- 4298159 Competition for the provision of tea rooms services at Farmleigh House and Estate, Phoenix Park. 1. Operations 2. Menu Alignment 3. Sustainability 4. Diversity of Menus 5. Financial Proposal

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Under FOI to request the following 1) National Flood Forecasting & Warning Service Steering Group - agendas, minutes and related meeting presentations or reports provided to or by the Group since established 2) Any minutes, agendas or reports/presentations to/from the related Flood Forecasting Communications Working Group since it was established

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I request the following Environmental Information under the ARE Regulations. 1. Copies of all correspondence, including emails, documents, and minutes of non-public meetings, both to and from (i) the ‘Save Castletown Committee’, (ii) Save Castletown Committee CLG, and (iii) any firm of solicitors, concerning rights of way or alleged rights of way on OPW lands at Castletown, Celbridge. Timeframe: 1st January 2024 to the date of this request. 2. Copies of all correspondence, including emails, documents, and minutes of non-public meetings, both to and from (i) the ‘Save Castletown Committee’, (ii) Save Castletown Committee CLG, and (iii) any firm of solicitors, concerning rights of way or alleged rights of way on lands adjoining OPW lands at Castletown, Celbridge, particularly on ‘Gay’s Avenue’ i.e. the access road formerly serving the car park to the north of Castletown House. Timeframe: 1st January 2024 to the date of this request. 3. Copies of all correspondence, including emails and documents, between the OPW and Kildare County Council access to OPW lands and Castletown House via the Barnhall Road access off the M4 Interchange and/or any rights of way and /or alleged rights of way at that location. Timeframe: 1st January 2024 to the date of this request. 4. Copies of all correspondence, including emails, documents, and minutes of meetings, between the OPW and the owners of the 235 acres of land located north of Castletown House. Timeframe: 1st January 2024 to the date of this request. Please provide copies of the requested information to his email address. I do not wish to receive the requested information by way of login portal or cloud service.

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Under the FOI Act 2014, I am seeking the following: - a copy of any records held referring or relating to a decision to remove two car charging ports from the basement of Agriculture House. - a record of how much was spent on the installation of the ports. - a record of how much was spent on removing the ports. - a copy of any health and safety/risk assessments associated with the ports. I would prefer to receive this information electronically, ideally in its original electronic format. If planning to use a sharefile type service, please ensure it does not involve signing up for an account (a step that is not required for a non-personal FOI request).

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We wish to request the following information under the Freedom of Information Act in relation to Sarsfield House, Limerick ; What is the floor area of Sarsfield House What is the occupancy of Sarsfield House What is the floor area per occupant A copy of correspondence between Limerick City and County Council and OPW in relation to Sarsfield House A copy of condition reports/ structural reports carried out on Sarsfield House over the last 10 years Correspondence between Kieran O’Donnell (TD) and OPW in relation to Sarsfield House

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Under the FOI Act 2014, I am seeking the following: - a record/spreadsheet/database of all costs incurred by the OPW in works to 52 St Stephen's Green (project carried out by Sensori Facilities Management). This record to be broken down (line by line) in as much detail as possible e.g. design, construction materials, labour etc. - copies of the business case, cost benefit analysis, planning or scoping documents associated with the above project. - copies of any high-level correspondence between the OPW and any public body that occupies the building with regard to the project. I would prefer to receive this information electronically, ideally in its original electronic format.

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I wish to make an FoI request under the 2014 act for all records in relation to the request in November 2019 by the Department of Housing Local Government and Heritage, Facilities, as to the suitability of putting a handrail on the opposite side of the staircase in the Custom House Dublin 1 pictured below in 2019 as part of the accident/incident investigation.

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To whom it may concern, Under the FOI Act 2014, I am seeking the following: - The total final cost of all projects completed by the OPW between January 1st 2023, and June 30th 2024 (dates inclusive). Please include VAT and any other charges in the final costing figure. I would prefer to receive this information electronically, preferably in its original formatting

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I wish to make this request under the Access to Information on the Environment (AIE) Regulations: For land and water bodies within OPW's portfolio, including water channels maintained by OPW under the Arterial Drainage Act, can you please provide the following for the period 1 July 2020 to 31 August 2024: - Year by year breakdown of amount spent on invasive species management (the definition of management including control, eradication, and prevention)

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PUlnedaesre t hpero FvOidIe Athcet s2e0 1re4c, oI radms isne eelkeicntgro tnhiec ffoolrlmowaitn.g: - a record/spreadsheet/database of all costs incurred by the OPW in the removal/construction/restoration of parking facilities and a boundary wall at Lansdowne House. This record to be broken down (line by line) in as much detail as possible e.g. design, construction materials, labour etc. - copies of the business case, cost benefit analysis, planning or scoping documents associated with the above project. - copies of any high-level correspondence between the OPW and the EAT/WRC or any other state entities occupying the building with regard to the project.

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Under the Freedom of Information Act 2014 I request the following records: Correspondence and communications incl. emails from Deputy Frank O’Rourke to the OPW and/or Rosemary Collier in relation to allowing vehicular access to Castletown House from Celbridge Main Street/Lime Tree Avenue.

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Under the Freedom of Information Act 2014, I request the following records: Communication and correspondence to include emails, between Deputy Frank O Rourke to Minister Kevin Moran/and the OPW with regard to allowing vehicles to access Castletown House via Lime Avenue and Celbridge Main Street. Communications and correspondence, minutes of meetings, emails, reports and notes taken at meetings between Minister Kevin Moran, Deputy Frank O Rourke, Ms. Rosemary Collier, and Ms. Mary Heffernan of OPW with regard to Castletown House and access to Castletown House from Celbridge Main Street and Lime Avenue. Correspondence, communication emails, minutes of meetings, reports, and notes taken at meetings between Minister Kevin Moran and/or staff in his department and the OPW regarding Castletown House and access to Castletown House from Celbridge Main Street and Lime Avenue. I request these records for the period: 1st of January 2017 to 31st December 2020.

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Under the FOI Act 2014, I am seeking the following: - copies of any correspondence between the OPW and Sensori with regard to cost overruns or project delays in the delivery of the Leinster House bike shed project. I would prefer to receive this information electronically, ideally in its original electronic format.

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A report by the OPW titled OPW, 2024 - Lough Funshinagh State of Knowledge report Draft is referenced on page 15 in the following document submitted by Roscommon Co. Co. to An Bord Pleanala on 20.09.2024 in support of an application for planning permission. Screening for Appropriate Assessment and Natura Impact Statement Roscommon County Council Lough Funshinagh Interim Flood Relief Scheme Issue | September 2024 | Ove Arup & Partners Limited I wish to make a request for an electronic copy of this document. If later revisions of the document are available then I also request an electronic copy of these documents. This application is being made under the AIE Regulations.

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Under the Freedom of Information Act, 2014, I wish to request access to - Internal guidelines that were in place in your body on 1 January 2024 regarding approval or authorisation of personal expenditure (expenditure on goods or services to be provided directly to the individual) by the Secretary General or Accounting Officer. Internal guidelines in place on 31 October 2024 regarding the same matter. Any instruction issued since 25 September 2024 to review expenditure approval processes for staff at any grade. The outcome of any such review. A list of all expenditure which was approved solely by a person at Secretary General, Deputy Secretary General or Assistant Secretary General level in 2023 or 2024. I am seeking the smallest number of records possible to provide the information sought - I am not seeking "any and all" such records. My request arises from revelations of poor expenditure approval processes in OPW. I am willing to agree to any change which your FOI body suggests which will minimise work for your organisation and minimise or eliminate charges for me.

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Under the FOI Act 2014, I am seeking the following: - a copy of any records held referring or relating to the management of and/or delays in the processing of FOI requests or internal reviews for information relating to the following OPW projects: a/ the Leinster House bicycle shelter, b/ the security hut/facility at Leinster House. - a copy of any guidance or advisories issued to staff on the processing or management of FOI requests relating to the two projects above. - a copy of any correspondence received by the OPW with regard to the management, processing and/or delays in dealing with FOI requests relating to the two projects above. This request to cover the period 1 Sept 2024 to date. I would prefer to receive this information electronically, ideally in its original electronic format

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I wish to request access to the following records under the Freedom of Information Act: - all records relating to FOI request 0211-2024, to include but not limited to copies of correspondence and records relating to the efforts carried out to search for relevant records

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I wish to get copies of the risk assessment and method statement submitted by the main contractor who was engaged to construct the bicycle shelter at Leinster House in 2024

Office of Public Works

I am writing to submit a Freedom of Information (FOI) request under the Freedom of Information Act 2014 regarding the recent bike shed project on the Leinster House grounds. Specifically, I am requesting: 1. Documents, reports, and correspondence related to the approval and decision-making process of the project. 2. Information on who signed off on the budget and overall expenditure for the project. 3. Details regarding the procurement process, including tendering and bidding for the project. I would appreciate it if you could provide these records in digital format if possible. Should there be any associated costs, please let me know before proceeding with the request.

Office of Public Works

I wish to request, under the Freedom of Information Act, access to any correspondence, including internal correspondence, or memos / reports into the storage of the Abbey Theatre stones.

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Under the AIE Regs to request the agendas, minutes and any related meeting presentations or reports provided to or by the following Groups within Met Eireann - National Flood Forecasting & Warning Service Steering Group - Communications Working Group (CWG) - Comms Technical Sub-Group For the purposes of this AIE please consider the date range for meetings of the groups within 2023-2024

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I am specifically seeking records and information related to flooding associated with the River Owenmore and its tributaries, particularly in the following townlands in South Sligo: Tunnagh, Kilshalvey, Cloonaraher, Clooncunny, Kildarganmore, Kilshalvy, and Tawnagh. (Full details enclosed)

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Under the Freedom of Information Act 2014 I wish to request a copy of the results of the most recent survey carried out on East End Pier, Inisboffin, Co Galway. I would prefer to receive the records by email.

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To Freedom of Information Department Could you provide me with the following information under the Freedom of Information Act 2014 1) The amount that OPW collected in parking charges at OPW Heritage Sites in the years of 2022, 2023 and to-date in 2024 in tabular form. To be further assistance I'm only seeking fees where the OPW has the car-park under their remit

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Could you forward me with the following details under the Freedom of Information Act 2014 1) As of 16th August 2024 The number of requests that the OPW have received from commercial operators seeking approval to carry on photography within OPW Heritage sites for advertisement or commercial purpose in the years of 2023 and to-date in 2024; Of the number of requests received the number that were approved or refused per year in tabular form 2) Of the number of requests that were approved by the OPW to permit commercial photography to be carried out in each OPW heritage sites in the years in question in tabular form. To be further assistant what I'm seeking eg In 2023 x number of requests were approved for commercial photography to be done within Dublin Castle, in 2024 y number of requests were approved for commercial photography to be done on the grounds of Rock Of Cashel etc 3) The amount of revenue generated through approval of commercial photography to be done on the grounds of OPW heritage sites in the years of 2023 and to-date in 2024 in tabular form

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I'd like to request access to the following records under the Freedom of Information Act: - records showing details including location, specifications and costs of constructing or installing bike shelters paid for by the OPW during the period January 1, 2022 and the present date

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I wish to make an AIE request as follows. The OPW operates a telecommunications structure within the grounds of the Gort Garda Station, Barrack Street, Gort, County Galway (“the Garda Station mast”). I wish to receive the following information: 1. Details, including all correspondence with telecommunications operators and their agents regarding the possible use of the Garda Station mast. 2. Any structural surveys regarding the condition of the Garda Station mast, in particular with regard to its structural stability and ability to accommodate additional antenna. The time period for the request at No. 1 and 2 is from 1 January 2020 to date. Please also confirm whether there is any available space on the Garda Station mast to accommodate any additional telecommunications operators.

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Under the FOI Act 2014, I am seeking the following: - a record/spreadsheet/database of all costs incurred by the OPW in the construction of a security hut/facility at the South Road Gate on Merrion Street. This record to be broken down (line by line) in as much detail as possible e.g. design, construction materials, labour etc. - copies of the business case, cost benefit analysis, planning or scoping documents associated with the above project.

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Under the FOI Act 2014, I request the following: 1. Details of the quantum of funding provided by the OPW to the Commonwealth War Graves Commission in 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and YTD 2024 2. A copy of the agreement / contract between the OPW and the Commonwealth War Graves Commission relating to the latter's upkeep of the facility

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I am requesting all documents held by the OPW, including quotes and contracts and invoices, on works carried out in the past two years on the “guard units” at the entrance to Government Buildings at Merrion Street. I am requesting all correspondence – including emails and text messages – between the Office of Public Works and Minister Patrick O’Donovan and his staff in relation to all matters concerning the refurbishments and contracts associated with such works. I am requesting the “business case” for the works. I am requesting the original estimates, the final costings and total payments made to contractors.

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I have a Freedom Of Information request as follows : Please provide a full breakdown of the 2.6 million investment by the OPW in the new visitor centre in the Ceide Fields complex in County Mayo in 2022. Ie, to what items was the money spent and details of the payments to the various contractors.

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Under the FOI Act 2014, I am requesting the following Records/invoices of all costs incurred by the OPW relating to the construction of a "security pavilion" on South Road beside the Department of Finance. Costs to be broken down in as much detail as possible

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Under the FOI Act 2014, I am seeking the following: - a record/spreadsheet/database of all costs incurred by the OPW in the provision of car charging ports at Leinster House. This record to be broken down (line by line) in as much detail as possible e.g. design, construction materials, labour etc. - copies of the business case, cost benefit analysis, planning or scoping documents associated with the above project. - copies of any high-level correspondence between the OPW and the Oireachtas with regard to the project. I would prefer to receive this information electronically, ideally in its original electronic format.

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Under the FOI Act, I hereby request all documents relating to submitting of bids, selecting of winning bid and pricing acceptance of winning bid for the bicycle shelter built at Leinster House. Note: In replying to me, you are respectfully reminded of the FOI rules listed per your website, where you say... https://www.gov.ie/en/organisation-information/a8cbf3-freedom-of-information-foi/ .... certain records are exempt from release under the Act. Whether an exemption will be applied depends in many cases on whether the public interest is better served by releasing or withholding the information.

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We understand that a Right of Way over Gay’s Avenue, Castletown House, Co. Kildare was proposed and/or entered into between the JJ Rhathigan Group and the Castletown Foundation. The Castletown Foundation when they transferred the Castletown Estate to the OPW we understand proposed that said Right of Way over Castletown would be transferred to the OPW (“the proposed Right of Way”). We wish to request access under the AIE Regulations to the following: 1. Please provide all correspondence with the Castletown Foundation which mentions and/or addresses the proposed Right of Way. 2. Please provide all internal documents, records and correspondence in relation to the proposed Right of Way. 3. Please provide a copy of all legal documentation (finalised or in draft) concerning the proposed Right of Way.

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Under the Freedom of Information Act, 2014, I wish to request access to any policy / protocol document or guidelines your organisation has regarding the use of wearable technology (e.g., smart glasses) by staff. I am willing to agree to any change to this request which your FOI body suggests which will minimise work for your organisation and minimise or eliminate charges for me.

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Under the FOI Act 2014, I am seeking the following: - a copy of the general weekly reports on the Skelligs in the period since my last such request to today's date. For avoidance of doubt, it is the same type of weekly reports that were released to me in response to FOI-53-2023. I would prefer to receive this information electronically, ideally in its original electronic format.

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Under the Freedom of Information Act 2014 I am seeking documents relating to the revolving security turnstile that was put in place at the rear of Leinster House (exit to Government buildings by smoking hut) and has since been removed: - The business case, cost benefit analysis or scoping documents associated with the project. I wish for my request to cover the period from 1/1/2022 - 19/9/24.

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I am writing to seek access, under the Freedom of Information Act, to a document about which I can supply the following details: Informal reference: "The Brady Shipman Martin Report on Castletown" Authors: "Brady Shipman Martin" Approximate period of publication: 1994 - 1995 Topic: Castletown, Celbridge The report contained an executive summary, a body, and several appendices. I would be very grateful to receive a copy of the entire document in digital form.

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Under the FOI Act 2014, I am requesting the release of any submissions or observations made during the planning phase of the bicycle shelter installed at Leinster House (referenced in this planning application on Dublin City Council's website).

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I am writing to submit a Freedom of Information request regarding the recently constructed bike shelter outside Leinster House. Specifically, I am seeking the following information: 1. The name of the contractor or company awarded the contract for the construction of this bike shelter. If the construction was carried out by a local council or another public entity, I would like the name of that entity. 2. A full itemized bill for the construction of this bike shelter, including costs for materials, labor, and any additional expenses. 3. The name(s) of the person(s) or office who signed off on the price agreement for this project. 4. The name(s) of the person(s) or office who reviewed and approved the price of the project. 5. The name(s) of the person(s) or office who initially suggested or proposed the price for this construction. This request relates to a bike shelter that was constructed at Leinster House currently making news as of late August 2024. If any part of my request cannot be fulfilled, I ask that you still provide the other available information. Please feel free to contact me if you require any further clarification.

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Please send me the records via email. I wish to see held documents on the tender process carried out by the department on the recent construction of a bike shed in Dáil Éireann grounds. I would also appreciate it if I could see final costings for the completed project.

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Under the FOI Act 2014, I am seeking the following: - copies of any records held referring or relating to the decision by the OPW to withdraw a tender for public relations advisory services. This request to cover the period 1 Sept 2024 to date. Searches of any mobile phones, relevant private email addresses and/or messaging services should be considered when processing this request. I would prefer to receive this information electronically, ideally in its original electronic forma