IHREC is seeking proposals and quotations from suitable qualified individuals or organisations who wish to be considered to provide a legal analysis of the Disability Act 2005, to include:
- An analysis of the 2005 Act’s compliance with the UNCRPD;
- A comparative analysis against international best practice;
- An analysis of whether the Act has achieved its original purpose, as specified by its drafters; and,
- Recommendations that would inform policy makers to reform the 2005 Act to bring it into alignment with international human rights standards, in particular into compliance with UNCRPD.
The final report would provide robust analysis and recommended actions which will support IHREC to engage with government regarding legislative reform, to inform the public on matters related to human rights and equality and to fulfil its role in reporting to international human rights mechanisms.
To effectively communicate and disseminate the findings of the final report, the successful Tenderer will be required to present the report’s findings to IHREC staff and civil society stakeholders. This event could take the form of a workshop or information dissemination presentation and should be accompanied by an information note that communicates the overarching findings and recommendations arising from the legal analysis. The event can take place at IHREC’s event space and costs associated with running the event (such as event space fees, catering and ISL interpretation) will be covered directly by IHREC. These expenses do not need to be included in Tenders.
Responding Tenderers should have a strong track record in providing the required services, preferably to organisations working in equality and human rights and/or public sector bodies with specific statutory mandates.
If you are interested in making a submission in response to this RFQ, please forward an application before 12 noon on Thursday 23rd October 2025 by email to procurement@ihrec.ie with “RFQ Disability Act Review ” in the subject line.
Clarification Questions and Responses to the RFQ
- I'm wondering if you could give me an indication of the maximum budget available for this work?
- Does IHREC require the analysis to be conducted by a qualified legal practitioner (e.g. solicitor or barrister), or is a researcher with substantial academic and professional expertise acceptable?
- I am writing to kindly request the application form for the matter mentioned above. I have tried to locate it on the website but unfortunately, I was unable to find it. Could you please assist me by sending the application form at your earliest convenience?
- Can you please clarify if the figure of 15,000 provided as indicative budget for this tender is inclusive of VAT?
- We anticipate this piece of work would cost a maximum of €15,000, depending on the elements proposed.
- IHREC does not require a legal practitioner. Tenderers should demonstrate the required expertise and experience as set out in the RFQ.
- There is no specific application form for this RFQ competition. Tenderers are expected to prepare and submit their own response in accordance with the instructions and requirements outlined in the RFQ.
- The anticipated maximum budget of €15,000 is inclusive of VAT. As stated in the RFQ, Tenderers should quote all prices exclusive of VAT, with the VAT amount quoted separately where applicable.