Joe McHugh (Donegal North East, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I am conscious of the tendering process which is up and running again. The Chairman may have information which he regards as important but with respect to the details of the tender, it would not be appropriate for me to comment. I do not have any input into the tendering process when it is under way. The tendering process goes through its appropriate process.

In reply to the Chairman's second question, under public procurement rules there is a requirement to adhere strictly to the rules. There is an issue but I am not aware of the specific issue. It is not appropriate for me to say anything but if the Chairman is of the view that he has information which would be helpful, my officials can discuss it with him.