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Wednesday, 13 December 2006

Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment

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Photo of Jim O'KeeffeJim O'Keeffe (Cork South West, Fine Gael)
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Question 239: To ask the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment the amount spent on consultants in each year from 1997 to 2005 and to date in 2006. [43224/06]

Photo of Micheál MartinMicheál Martin (Cork South Central, Fianna Fail)
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The following table supplies the information requested by the Deputy in relation to the amount of expenditure by my Department on consultancy in the years 1997 to 2005 and to date in 2006.

1997
Name of Consultants/experts/advisersPurpose of ConsultancyTotal Cost for Year
£
Baker ConsultantsNetwork / Security Consultancy1,943
Clear Systems SolutionsApplication Support â€" Enhancement/maintenance of systems in Patents Office7,713
Coopers & LybrandBusiness Process Re-engineering project in the Patents Office107,702
Deloitte & ToucheDevelopment of an IT system for Redundancy, Insolvency and Recoveries Division25,834
InteractSystem design and development of website for Department15,530
Oracle Europe Manu LtdSystem development of an IT system for the Insurance Regulatory Authority55,164
Quest Computing LtdEnhancements to Employment Appeals Tribunal IT system26,305
Oâ€TMMara Geraghty McCourtLegal Service for the Office of the Director of Consumer affairs (ODCA)27,647
C.S. Kelly and CompanyLegal Service for the ODCA293
Oâ€TMDonovan AssociatesAdvice and opinions provided to aid the Director with Section 149 bank charges notifications under the Consumer Credit Act 1995.1,995
Brian MurrayLegal Service for the ODCA272
Liam Mac HaleLegal Service for the ODCA3,569
Brian MurrayLegal Service for the ODCA332
PJ Connellan and CoLegal Service for the ODCA211
Michael McDowell S.C.Legal Service for the ODCA302
PJ Connellan and CoLegal Service for the ODCA272
Michael McDowell S.C.Legal Service for the ODCA302
Gerald Daly and CompanyLegal Service for the ODCA181
Woodgrande ConsultantsIrish Times business 2000 project case study and business education for the ODCA11,495
Rory Hayden and CompanyLegal Service for the ODCA233
PJ Connellan and CoLegal Service for the ODCA292
Avid Hayes and AssociatesDesigning new corporate look for Consumer Affairs for the ODCA3,472
Lyndon McCann BL (Authorised Officer)Investigation under S.14 of the Companies Act, 199028,352
Deloitte & ToucheIT Systems upgrade & Project Development536,507
Graham Computing LtdSoftware development on Wang System2,565
1998
Name of ConsultantsPurpose of ConsultancyTotal Cost for year
£
Pat Kearney, The SME PartnershipThe evaluation of County Enterprise Boards Action Plans2,539
Mr. Brendan Murphy, Abbott International Consultancy Services Ltd, Kells, Co. MeathProvisional assessment of County Enterprise Boards Action plans2,793
Ms. Ciara McCarthyProvisional assessment of County Enterprise Boards Action plans2,793
Mr. Pat KearneyTraining needs assessment of Assistant CEOs of County Enterprise Boards5,078
Mr. Ron Immink, TASC Enterprise DevelopmentBusiness Survey of childcare facilities funded by the County Enterprise Boards5,078
Coopers & LybrandProcess modelling exercise Patents Office40,000
Deloitte & ToucheBusiness Process Re-engineering Review of Redundancy & Insolvency System (IT)87,000
Ernst & YoungSystem development and Organisation review project36,000
InteractSystem Development of Dept Website36,025
Progressive Systems Ent LtdProgress database of Departmentâ€TMs Financial Management System13,400
Sword LtdSystem Development for Patents Office155,000
Philip Flynn and Dan J McAuleyEnquiry under Section 38(2) of the Industrial Relations Act 199078,816
National Minimum Wage CommissionImplementation of a National Minimum Wage42,000
Exelan Computer SystemsComputer software supply and maintenance for the operation of the Export Credit Insurance Scheme.9,976
Oâ€TMDonovan AssociatesFinancial Consultancy for the Office of the Director of Consumer Affairs (ODCA)77,278
BDOSimpsonXavierBank Charges Project Consultancy for the ODCA59,999
Oâ€TMMara Geraghty McCourtLegal Adviser to the office of the ODCA45,733
Thomas E TigheLegal Services â€" for the ODCA195
Gerard Daly & CoLegal Services â€" for the ODCA181
Martin Linnane & Co.Legal Services for the ODCA1,089
CS Kelly & CO.Legal Services â€" ODCA1,111
Machales SolicitorsLegal Services â€" for the ODCA393
Brian MooreLegal Services â€" for the ODCA3,214
Michael McDowellLegal Services -costs cover legal for the ODCA4,356
Cahill FlynnLegal Services â€" for the ODCA290
James W Houlihan BALegal Services â€" for the ODCA150
Martin GiblinLegal Services â€" for the ODCA1,270
Gerard Hogan SCLegal Services â€" for the ODCA484
CS Kelly & CO.Legal Services â€" for the ODCA338
Gerard Hogan SCLegal Services â€" for the ODCA242
John Brosnan & CoLegal Services â€" for the ODCA1,339
James W Houlihan BALegal Services â€" for the ODCA447
James E CahillLegal Services â€" for the ODCA780
Machales SolicitorsLegal Services â€" for the ODCA363
CS Kelly & CO.Legal Services â€" for the ODCA355
Augustus Cullen & SonLegal Services â€" for the ODCA263
Peter D JonesLegal Services â€" for the ODCA363
Emily Egan BLLegal Services â€" for the ODCA647
Liam McHaleLegal Services â€" for the ODCA363
Lyndon McCann BL (Authorised Officer)Investigation under S.14 of the Companies Act,91,357
William Fry Solicitors (Legal Advice)Investigation under Sections 14 & 19 of the Companies Act, 199042,765
Oâ€TMHare & Associates Solicitors (Legal Advice)Investigation under Sections 14 & 19 of the Companies Act, 199046,248
Deloitte & ToucheIT Systems upgrade & Project Development345,311
Ms Fidelma MackenSetting and Correcting of certain examination papers relating to trade marks and patents495
Mr Raymond FullamCopyrightArbitration Fees18,150
Dáil Court ReportersVerbatimReporting, Services of Stenographer2,978
Tomkins & Co Ltd, Trade Mark & Patents AttorneysLegal services engaged to defend the Irish State Emblems (the Harp and the Shamrock) from unauthorised use or misuse in cases arising either within or outside the State.2,607
Eustace PattersonEvaluation of the Local Employment Service29,854
Deloitte & TouchéReview of Community Employment54,450
1999
Name of ConsultantsPurpose of ConsultancyTotal Cost for year
£
Kilroys Solicitors and other legal advisers.The provision of legal advice on issues arising in the operation of the Export Credit Insurance Scheme as and when required.60,354
CARA computersIT System development25,410
Deloitte & ToucheDevelopment of Case Tracking System for Registrar Friendly Societies120,486
Ernst & YoungBusiness Modelling Study27,043
IBM LtdYear 2000 Mail System conversion25,713
Oracle Europe ManufacturingIT System Development â€" Insurance System62,012
Oracle Europe ManufacturingIT System Development180,000
Quest Computing LtdIT System Development for Employment Appeals Tribunal40,000
SwordIT System Development for Patents Office141,527
Vision ConsultingBusiness Analysis of European Social Fund (ESF) Section14,978
Baker ConsultantsWebsite Development20,803
Deloitte & ToucheIT Systems upgrade & Project Development559,900
Siemens LtdOracles Receivables Development Companies Registration Office (CRO)22,506
Filenet LtdImage System upgrade Work CRO1,512
Hewlett Packard Irl LtdIT System upgrade for CRO7,562
Oâ€TMMara Geraghty McCourtLegal Adviser to the Director for the ODCA54,810
Michael McDowellLegal Services for the ODCA544.50
Donal Dunne, SolicitorLegal Services for the ODCA459.80
James HoulihanLegal Services for the ODCA254
Gerard Hogan SCLegal Services for the ODCA423
Emily Egan BLLegal Services for the ODCA10,832
Paul GallagherLegal Services for the ODCA10,285
James Dwyer SCLegal Services for the ODCA786
Oâ€TMDonovan AssociatesFinancial Consultancy for the ODCA25,883
Caden CommunicationsCommunications Adviser for the ODCA10,073
Enterprise IrelandGeneral Product Safety Testing Services for the ODCA14,431
Oâ€TMHare & Associates Solicitors / Eugene F. Collins Solicitor (Legal Advice)Investigation under Sections 14 & 19 of the Companies Act, 199089,580
Quinn & Hampson Attorneys at Law (Legal advice)Investigation under S.19 of the Companies Act, 19905,277
Ms Fidelma MackenSetting and Correcting of certain examination papers relating to trade marks and patents330
Tomkins & Co Ltd Trade Mark & Patent AttorneysLegal services engaged to defend the Irish State Emblems (the Harp and the Shamrock) from unauthorised use or misuse in cases arising either within or outside the State11,850
Deloitte & ToucheReview of Job Initiative Scheme20,000
FitzpatricksFinal Evaluation of the Adapt Community Initiative21,810
2000
Name of ConsultantsPurpose of ConsultancyTotal Cost for year
â'¬
RGC TechnologiesSoftware Consultants employed to supply, maintain and support the Department with a legal software package for the operation of the Export Credit Insurance Scheme.23,929
Kilroys SolicitorsThe provision of legal advice on issues arising in the operation of the Export Credit Insurance Scheme as and when required.159,714
Exelan Computer SystemsComputer software supply and maintenance for the operation of the Export Credit Insurance Scheme.8,135
Baker ConsultantsWebsite design7,682
Brindley AdvertisingAdvertising Designs731
CARA ComputersIT System Development & Organisational review projects95,425
Clear Systems SolutionsIT System Development1,935
Connect Business SolutionsIT System Development2,539
Connect Business SolutionsIT System Development Ministerial Representation & Invitation Tracking System33,039
Deloitte & ToucheBusiness Process Re-engineering Review of Competition Authority78,356
Deloitte & ToucheApplication Support System Remedial work â€" Redundancy, Insolvency, Recoveries16,884
EPS LtdIT System Development General System Maintenance & Development28,814
FlextimeIT System Development Time and Attendance7,764
IBM LtdIT System Development Year 2000 Mail Conversion22,206
Oracle Europe ManufacturingIT System Development System Development â€" Insurance System33,417
Price Waterhouse CoopersBusiness Process Re-engineering Review for ODCA (part I payment)100,787
PROSEIT System Development System Enhancements â€" Financial Management System20,657.00
PROSEIT System Development System Development â€" Asset Register28,861.00
SwordImplementation of Community Trade Mark Search System144,284
SwordIT System Development & Maintenance Patent Office System177,636
Version 1 softwareIT Database Support consultancy11,062
EDI FactoryElectronic filing project18,411
Deloitte & ToucheIT Systems Development482,500
Deloitte & ToucheIT System Development733,172
Price Waterhouse CoopersResearch project on consumer representation7,681
Independent Group into Allegations of Anti-Competitive Practice in the Irish Beef IndustryInvestigation into allegations of Anti-Competitive Practice in the Irish Beef Industry129,69Z
The Competition & Mergers Review GroupFinal Report of the Competition & Mergers Review Group221,703
James Devlin Barrister at lawPreliminary technical work on consolidated companies legislation35,560
Oâ€TMHare & Associates Solicitors (Legal Advice)Investigation under Sections 14 & 19 of the Companies Act, 199044,615
Quinn & Hampson Attorneys at Law (Legal assistance)Investigation under S.19 of the Companies Act, 1990984
Antonio Bueno (Legal Advice)Investigation under S.19 of the Companies Act, 1990111,340
Oâ€TMMara Geraghty McCourtLegal Adviser to the Director of Consumer Affairs82,597
Oâ€TMDonovan AssociatesFinancial Consultancy for the ODCA70,522
Caden CommunicationsCommunications Adviser to the ODCA15,978
Enterprise IrelandGeneral Product Safety Testing Services35,124
Price Waterhouse CoopersBusiness Process Review for the ODCA100,786
Aidan Judge State SolicitorLegal Services783
Kennedy Fitzgerald SolicitorsLegal Services1,845
Luan Ã" BraonáinLegal Services483
Emily Egan BLLegal Services5,418
James Dwyer SCLegal Services768
Julie SutherlandSurvey on personal injury compensation in other countries for the Personal Injuries Tribunal Special Working Group31,743
Mr Paul CoughlanSetting and Correcting of certain examination papers relating to trade marks and patents1,760
Tomkins & Co Ltd, Trade Mark & Patents AttorneysLegal services engaged to defend the Irish State Emblems (the Harp and the Shamrock) from unauthorised use or misuse in cases arising either within or outside the State.959
Irish Management Institute (IMI) and Trinity College Dublin (TCD)To evaluate, by way of a staff perceptions and attitudes survey, the nature and extent of past and continuing change within the Departmentâ'¬25,395 of which â'¬10,158 was recouped from the Change Management Fund, resulting in net expenditure of â'¬15,237
FitzpatricksFinal Evaluation Employment Community Initiative50,639
Chapman Flood MazarsAudit of Employment and Adapt Community Initiative Round 252,371
2001
Name of ConsultantsPurpose of ConsultancyTotal Cost for year
â'¬
Ernst & YoungDevelopment and Production of a Procedures Manual for the Productive Sector Operational Programme75,190
XwaveEPublic Services Strategy of Dept53,329
Chapman Flood MazarsAn audit of the Small Business Operational Programme19,503
Xwave Solutions IrelandTo develop a common system, database and associated software application to deliver an acceptable Management Information System for use by the Department and the County and City Enterprise Boards95,230
Deloitte & ToucheProvision of financial accounting assistance in the closure of Sub-Programme 1 for the Local, Urban and Rural Development OP 1994-199935,290
Deloitte and Touche (Belfast)Consultancy re: Recruitment of Chief Executive for InterTradeIreland11,017
Tom WalshProduction of revised health & safety legislation, as well as provision of advice to the Dept on other occupational health and safety matters.â'¬74,303 Paid in 2002 includes payment for the period Sept.-Dec., 2001
Deloitte and ToucheBusiness Analysis and Reform of the Financial Management Function of the Department155,680
Institute of Public Administration (IPA)Customer Care Research40,607
RGC TechnologiesSoftware Consultants employed to supply, maintain and support the Department with a legal software package for the operation of the Export Credit Insurance Scheme.12,759
Kilroys SolicitorsThe provision of legal advice on issues arising in the operation of the Export Credit Insurance Scheme as and when required.64,296
System DynamicsSpecialist Training Course for Departmental staff in relation to the operation of the Export Credit Insurance Scheme.2,273
Astron ConsultingEuro business impact analysis2,765
Baker ConsultantsRedesign of network routing structure1,524
Bark DesignAdvertisement layout design3,383
Bianconi Research Ltd. (RITS)IT Security Review22,093
CARA computersIT System Development16,042
Client SolutionsConsultancy and Development of BASIS website48,368
Client SolutionsOngoing support and maintenance of BASIS Website36,568
Connect Business SolutionsIT Systems Enhancement2,541
Connect Business Solutions LtdGeneral System Maintenance & Development (IT)33,275
Core InternationalImplementation of new Payroll system36,152
Decision Support SystemsNetware IT consultancy26,664
Deloitte and ToucheUpgrade of Redundancy Insolvency & Recoveries system and Euro conversion project (IT)202,994
Eircom PlcIT services support60,948
Price Waterhouse CoopersFormulation of Intranet Strategy130,835
Price Waterhouse CoopersDevelopment of BASIS, including the development of the BASIS Website, and two reports â€" †̃Cross-Departmental Study on Public Services to Businessâ€TM and †̃Cross-Departmental Study on Content Managementâ€TM1,598,994
Price Waterhouse CoopersBusiness Process Re-engineering for ODCA (part II payment)50,129
Price Waterhouse CoopersBusiness Process Re-engineering for Employment Rights Enforcement System126,714
PROSEEuro remedial work and enhancements for the Financial management, Asset register and Social Insurance Fund systems.41,495
Quest computing LtdEuro remedial work to Employment Appeals Tribunal System54,578
RenaissanceMail Security Consultancy 1,143
SwordMaintenance and Development of the Patents Office System 225,460
SwordImplementation of Madrid Protocol Amendments to the Patents Office Administration and Search Systems 121,240
SwordImplementation of Phase 1 of a Financial Management Module to the Patents Office Administration Systems 212,222
Version 1 SoftwareOracle Database Administration System consultancy (IT) 52,022
Vizor LtdSystem Development â€" Insurance Regulation Web system (IT)63,679
XwaveE-public services strategy53,329
Baker ConsultantsWebsite development CRO26,414
Deloitte & ToucheVarious IT systems upgrade and project developments for the CRO710,926
Siemens LtdOracles Receivables Development CRO28,576
EDI FactoryElectronic filing project18,411
Deloitte & ToucheIT Systems Development482,500
EDI FactoryElectronic filing project24,125
James Devlin Barrister at lawPreliminary technical work on consolidated companies legislation66,040
Oâ€TMMara Geraghty McCourtLegal Adviser to the ODCA84,961
Oâ€TMDonovan AssociatesFinancial Consultancy for the ODCA87,832
Caden CommunicationsCommunications Adviser for the ODCA50,285
Enterprise IrelandGeneral produce safety testing services15,474
Price Waterhouse CoopersBPR Consultancy /Report50,129
Michael M. CollinsLegal Services192
Edward Oâ€TMSullivanLegal Services1,142
Emily Egan BLLegal Services11253
CS KellyLegal Services672
John Brosnan State SolicitorLegal Services495
Kennedy Fitzgerald SolicitorLegal Services304
Gerard Daly & CoLegal Services252
Gerard Hogan SCLegal Services1,209
CS KellyLegal Services670
Kennedy FitzgeraldLegal Services304
Vincent Oâ€TMReilly SolrLegal Services1,512
J.M. McEvoy & CoLegal Services186
James W. HoulihanLegal Services243
Brendan Nix SCLegal Services11,427
D H SheridanLegal Services685
Gerard Hogan SCLegal Services228
John P Trainor SCLegal Services1,279
Oisin Quinn BLLegal Services799
Michael Collins SCLegal Services20,188
James DwyerLegal Services14,543
John Hennessy BL (Legal Advice)Various investigations under Section 19 of the Companies Act, 199050,312
William Fry Solicitors (Legal Advice)Investigation under Section 19 of the Companies Act, 1990255,247
Oâ€TMHare & Associates Solicitors (Legal Advice)Investigation under Sections 14 & 19 of the Companies Act, 199048,034
PriceWaterhouseCoopers (Consultancy)Study of the remaining functions of the Registry of Friendly Society following the transfer of Credit Unions to Irish Financial Services Regulatory Authority22,855
Capita Business Services Ltd. (Consultancy)Consultancy review of an accountancy body (IIPA)6,349
Baker ConsultantsConfiguration of I.T. Systems for Office of Director Corporate Enforcement3,066
BarkDesign Consultants â€" Publications, Logo and web site for Office of Director of Corporate Enforcement32,075
Deloitte & ToucheDevelopment of I.T. Case Management System for Office of the Director of Consumer Affairs98,537
WebtradeDevelopment of ODCE Web site odce.ie17,988
OSG Chartered Loss AdjustersAssessment of Damages caused in ODCE search of premises440
Cyril ConnollyStatistical analysis for Motor Insurance Advisory Board Report12,697
Mr Paul CoughlanSetting and Correcting of certain examination papers relating to trade marks and patents1,815
Tomkins & Co Ltd, Trade Mark & Patents AttorneysLegal services engaged to defend the Irish State Emblems (the Harp and the Shamrock) from unauthorised use or misuse in cases arising either within or outside the State.272
Irish Management Institute (IMI) and Trinity College Dublin (TCD)Evaluation of staff perceptions and attitudes survey, conducted to measure the nature and extent of past and continuing change within the Department.â'¬12,698 of which â'¬5,079
Irish Management Institute (IMI)Design of Senior Management Development Programme96,043
FitzpatricksUse of a Market Driven approach to European Social Fund21,530
CAPITAEqual Community Initiative Programme Complement 7,313
CAPITAEx-Ante Evaluation of Equal Community Initative12,697
CAPITAReport on Interreg Community Initiative 19,909
Vision ConsultingBusiness Analysis of European Social Fund Business Unit of the Department 19,018
Tom Martin & AssociatesReview of Sheltered Employment for People with Disabilities32,580
Circa GroupEvaluation of the Training Networks Programme (Skillnets)88,980
Enviros Consulting LimitedEnterprise Ireland commissioned a research project on developing new products from waste streams.£25,000 (part contribution by Department)
Indecon/ Enviros Consulting LimitedForfás commissioned a study on the competitiveness of the enterprise sector and the use of taxation and negotiated agreements for reducing greenhouse gas emissions in Ireland60,000
2002
Name of ConsultantsPurpose of ConsultancyTotal Cost for year
â'¬
Deloitte & ToucheCreation of Spreadsheets for the Productive Sector Operational Programme4,840
Ryan Glennon & Co LtdResearch on Shannon Development29,754
Deloitte & ToucheProvision of financial accounting assistance in the closure of Sub-Programme 1 for the Local, Urban and Rural Development OP 1994-1999166,700
Mercer Human Resources ConsultingReview of Staffing, Recruitment, Grading and Business Processes of the Labour Relations Commission96,558
Tom WalshProduction of revised health & safety legislation, as well as provision of advice to the Dept on other occupational health and safety matters74,303
Deloitte and ToucheConsultancy Advice in the Specification & Selection of a new Financial Management System35,337
Institute of Public Administration (IPA)Customer Care Research22,682
Eustace PattersonFastrack to IT ConsultancyCost divided between
Chapman Flood MazarsAudit of Employment & Adapt Community Initiative Round 120,720
Work Research Centre LtdAssessment of proposals for In-Company Training funding3,146
Indecon International EcoNomic ConsultantsOverall Review of Active Labour Market Programmes57,130
The Circa GroupAssessment of proposals for In-Company Training funding3,146
AC NetworkAssessment of proposals for In-Company Training funding2,988
Internet Business IrelandDevelopment of European Social Fund Website8,407
ESRI & Goodbody Economic ConsultantsImpact Evaluation of the European Employment Strategy in Ireland155,461
Bearing PointReview of Vocational Training provision for People with Disabilities83,975
FitzpatricksInterim & Mid-Term Evaluation Equal Community Initiativeâ'¬71,148 (â'¬23,716 in 2002,
Farrell Grant SparksConsultation on staffing requirements for Personal Injuries Assessment Board15,288
A&L GoodbodyLegal services to the Personal Injuries Assessment Board Implementation Group37,124
RGC TechNologiesSoftware Consultants employed to supply, maintain and support the Department with a legal software package for the operation of the Export Credit Insurance Scheme.36,224
Kilroys SolicitorsThe provision of legal advice on issues arising in the operation of the Export Credit Insurance Scheme as and when required.404,899
Baker ConsultantsNetwork & Security consultancy for Patents Office online systems13,110
Bianconi Research Ltd (RITS)Implementation work on network security 53,565
Bark DesignAdvertisement layout design139
Blue Wave TechnologyAccess IT system development1,473
Blue Wave TechnologyIT System development standards/system development22,648
Bunnyfoot Ltd.Usability / Accessibility study of BASIS website26,228
Cap Gemini Ernst & YoungPreparation and presentation of condensed report of Public Services Broker Phase 2 feasibility study14,520
Cap Gemini Ernst & YoungPublic Services Broker Phase 2 feasibility study256,218
Client SolutionsConsultancy and Development of BASIS website50,673
Client SolutionsOngoing support and maintenance of BASIS Website20,281
Computer AssociatesImplementation work on network storage34,588
Connect Business Solutions LtdIntranet Development 45,738
Connect Business Solutions/System Dynamics Solutions LtdLotus Notes IT System Development & Maintenance90,204
Connect Global SolutionsWork Permit Applications feasibility review (IT)2,723
Core InternationalEnhancements to Payroll System3,157
Curach TechnologiesDevelopment and implementation of new Employment Rights case tracking system804,555
Decision Support SystemsNetwork consultancy & implementation work 76,020
Deloitte & ToucheIT System Development â€" Redundancy web calculator5,813
Deloitte & ToucheEuro Remedial work/IT system enhancement18,436
EircomProvision of IT Helpdesk Services 103,455
Fujitsu ServicesDevelopment and implementation of new financial management system (MIF)475,404
Keith KellySQL server consultancy (IT)3,000
Price Waterhouse CoopersICT Strategy for the Department76,835
PropylonDevelopment of Patents Office Online Journal System87,577
PROSEEuro Remedial work- Financial management IT System and asset register41,981
RITSSecurity Review of Departmentâ€TMs Network32,735
Similarity Systems Ltd.Patents Office Data Cleanup 17,607
SwordImplementation of Phase 1 of a Financial Management Module to the Patents Office Administration Systems94,209
SwordImplementation of Patents Office Online Registers & Databases 56,195
SwordImplementation of Phase 2 of a Financial Management Module to the Patents Office Administration Systems97,860
SwordMaintenance and Development of the Patents Office IT Administration System268,328
Version 1 SoftwareDatabase Administration (IT) 39,722
VizorSystem enhancement â€" In-Reg (IT)3,630
Deloitte & ToucheRegistration Services System development for Companies Registration Office675,974
Deloitte & ToucheElectronic Filing development for CRO285,604
Deloitte & ToucheImaging Software maintenance for Companies Registration Office83,295
Norway Registers DevelopmentSoftware Development for Companies Registration Office214,780
Norway Registers DevelopmentDevelopment of a proposal for the elimination of the annual return registration backlog52,198
MRBIMarket Research for CRO to determine the level of awareness of company officers and professional advisers of their statutory obligations23,838
Margaret Oâ€TMDriscollDrafting Unit Pricing Regulations1,371.33
Declan MurphyAdvice on preparation of draft Heads on incorporation and corporate governance10,160
James Devlin Barrister at lawPreliminary technical work on consolidated companies legislation15,875
PricewaterhouseCoopersExamination of criteria for determining public interest companies38,236
PE ConsultingAssistance to interim Board of the Irish Auditing & Accounting Supervisory Authority in selection process for CEO10,200
Oâ€TMMara Geraghty McCourtLegal Adviser to the Office of the Director of Consumer Affairs94,638
Oâ€TMDonovan AssociatesFinancial Consultancy for the ODCA in order to aid the Director with Section 149 bank charges notifications under the Consumer Credit Act 1995.73,051
Caden CommunicationsCommunications Adviser to the ODCA38,192
Enterprise IrelandGeneral Product Safety testing services2,160
System DynamicsIT Consultancy on Spec and development of Integrated Database42,531
System DynamicsIT Consultancy â€" bankcharge database4,658
Creative IncWeb Consultancy â€" New ODCA website27,401
System DynamicsSupport for Lotus Notes18,150
Creative IncWeb Consultancy â€" New ODCA website & hosting27,673
Emily EganLegal Services21,532
James A BoyleLegal Services242
Edward Oâ€TMsullivanLegal Services689
Michael D MurrayLegal Services868
James DwyerLegal Services302
John BrosnanLegal Services121
Oâ€TMDoherty Warren & AssociatesLegal Services120
Peter D JonesLegal Services1,229
Oisin QuinnLegal Services27,158
John Hennessy BL (Legal Advice)Various investigations under Section 19 of the Companies Act, 199053,724
PriceWaterhouseCoopers (Consultancy)Study of the remaining functions of the Registry of Friendly Society following the transfer of Credit Unions to IFSRA33,526
A. M. Bourn (Consultancy)Review of procedures and practices of an accountancy body (IIPA)8,350
Eoghan FitzsimonsCounsel Fees for Office of the Director of Consumer Affairs41,987
Mark Sanfey B.LCounsel FeesOffice of the Director of Consumer Affairs28,072
Michael Cush S.CLegal Advice and Court Appearances Office of the Director of Consumer Affairs15,125
Deloitte & ToucheDevelopment of I.T. Case Management System Office of the Director of Consumer Affairs31,997
BARKDesign of the ODCE Annual Report and other publications, together with some design and layouts for advertisements. There would have been small amounts also for design of business cards.6,982
Rochford BradySearch Fees, Summons Serving Office of the Director of Consumer Affairs46
John J. AllenConsultancy-Accountancy case Work Office of the Director of Consumer Affairs1,361
WebtradeWebsite Development, Maintenance and HostingOffice of the Director of Consumer Affairs3,194
Brian CreganConsultation and Counsel Fees Office of the Director of Consumer Affairs4,591
Doyle Court Reporters Ltd.Transcripts ODCE1,218
Grainne ClohessyLegal Opinion Office of the Director of Consumer Affairs544
Gwen Malone StenographyStenography Service4,851
Investec IrelandCompany Investigation4,004
Kerida NaidooFee for Consultation for ODCE699
Paul Anthony McDermottLegal Advice3,025
Remy FarrellDraft Sumons and Letters of Advice For ODCE1,638
Shane MurphyCounsel Fees and Legal Advice For ODCE1,573
Burtenshaw Kenny ConsultantsHuman Resource Consultancy4,159
Mr Paul CoughlanSetting and Correcting of certain examination papers relating to trade marks and patents1,330
Tomkins & Co Ltd, Trade Mark & Patents AttorneysLegal services engaged to defend the Irish State Emblems (the Harp and the Shamrock) from unauthorised use or misuse in cases arising either within or outside the State575
Irish Management Institute (IMI) and Trinity College Dublin (TCD)Continuation of evaluation of a staff perceptions and attitudes survey, conducted in 2000 to measure the nature and extent of past and continuing change within the Departmentâ'¬13,459 of which â'¬5,078
Clean Technology Centre, Cork Institute of TechnologyResearch Project to investigate factors influencing take up by Irish Enterprises of funding for research in sustainable production, technology, innovation and practicesâ'¬48,581.50 (payments
Farrell Grant SparksPreparation of Report on Mainstreaming Equal Community Initiative47,998
2003
Name of ConsultantsPurpose of ConsultancyTotal Cost for year
â'¬
IndeconMid-Term Review of the Productive Sector OP173,358
Deloitte & ToucheCreation of Spreadsheets, Testing and Validation of financial returns for 2002 &20037,503
Chapman Flood MazarsTo conduct some audit work on the Small Business Operational Programme in the context of the closure of the programme37,625
Tom WalshProduction of revised health & safety legislation, as well as provision of advice to the Dept on other occupational health and safety matters.64,396
Tom WalshThe provision of advice and support to the Department on the EU Chemicals (REACH) legislation proposals.9,603
Corporate SolutionsManagement of catering for the Irish Presidency of the E.U.25,255
Institute of Public Administration (IPA)Customer Care Research48,827
Price Waterhouse CoopersReview of Interreg Maritime European Social Fund measure1,331
Mercer Human ResourceAssessment of proposals for In-Company Training funding4,200
Work Research CentreAssessment of proposals for In-Company Training funding5,182
The Circa GroupAssessment of proposals for In-Company fundingTraining5,168
AC NetworkAssessment of proposals for In-Company Training5,148
FitzpatricksMidterm Evaluation of the Employment & Human Resources Development Operational Programme266,200
Irish Management Institute (IMI) and Trinity College Dublin (TCD)Conduct a staff perceptions and attitudes survey, in preparation for the integration of a system of Upward Feedback within the Performance Management and Development System (PMDS).â'¬25,000 of which â'¬10,000
Mr Paul CoughlanSetting and Correcting of certain examination papers relating to trade marks and patents1,540
Tomkins & Co Ltd, Trade Mark & Patents AttorneysLegal services engaged to defend the Irish State Emblems (the Harp and the Shamrock) from unauthorised use or misuse in cases arising either within or outside the State.659
Saville and HoldsworthConsultancy/interviews for SO Competition74,497
Saville and HoldsworthConsultancy /interviews for PO Competition15,245
Riona CarrollEvaluation of Departmentâ€TMs Teleworking scheme4,598
Cyril ConnollyStatistical research for Motor Insurance Advisory Board1,500
System Dynamics LtdAnalysis of IT requirements for PIAB25,712
Price Waterhouse CoopersRecruitment of CEO for PIAB37,828
Europe Economics (in conjunction with Competition Authority)Study into Insurance Industry99,220
Deloitte & ToucheIT Systems for Personal Injuries Assessment Board40,656
Insurance Services Office LtdDevelopment of Book of Quantum for PIABâ'¬35,000 and â'¬50,000 1st
City University London (Cass Business School) (in conjunction with Competition Authority)Report on insurance industryâ'¬41,534 (In conjunction
RGC TechnologiesSoftware Consultants employed to supply, maintain and support the Department with a legal software package for the operation of the Export Credit Insurance Scheme.157,489
SISIProvision of a service for specialised document transmittal, scanning and indexing for the operation of the Export Credit Insurance Scheme.69,908
Deloitte & ToucheProfessional Services for the Departmentâ€TMs defence in a legal action in relation to the Export Credit Insurance Scheme.19,952
Kilroys SolicitorsThe provision of legal advice on issues arising in the operation of the Export Credit Insurance Scheme as and when required.590,336
Advanced Systems IrelandIT System Enhancements â€" Time and Attendance2,650
Bark DesignAdvertisement layout design303
Blue Wave TechnologyAccess IT system development908
Client SolutionsConsultancy and Development of BASIS website49,111
Client SolutionsOngoing support and maintenance of BASIS Website14,520
Client Solutions Ltd.Technical review of feasibility of BASIS / OASIS website integration2,299
Connect Business Solutions LtdIntranet Development88,693
Core InternationalIT System Enhancements â€" Corepay14,484
Decision Support SystemsDesign of Windows XP image25,000
Deloitte & ToucheIT System enhancements â€" Registry of Friendly Societies6,715.
Deloitte & ToucheEnhancements to Redundancy, Insolvency, Recoveries IT system4,174
EircomProvision of IT Helpdesk Services379,137
Fujitsu ServicesDevelopment and implementation of new financial management system (MIF)1,021,377
Keith KellySQL server consultancy (IT)2,360
Oak Tree PressDevelopment of “Growing Your Own Business” content for BASIS Website2,420
ProseSupport & maintenance of Financial Management System33,621
SabeoUnix Support (IT)18,812
SwordDevelopment of Patents Office Online System68,190
SwordMaintenance and Development of the Patents Office Administration System340,024
System Dynamics LtdMinisterial Database system enhancements11,314
User Friendly Computer CompanyDepartment IT Training12,372
Version 1 SoftwareDatabase Administration Consultancy 26,608
VizorSystem enhancements â€" Insurance Regulation (IT)4,991
XwaveDevelopment and implementation of new personnel IT system (Peoplesoft)197,849
EDI Factory Limited T/A CelerityE-Filing Development for Companies Registration Office130,298
Zerflow LimitedE-security for Companies Registration Office15,479
NRD Ireland LimitedIT Systems Maintenance for Companies Registration Office306,260
Concept DesignWebsite Development36,300
Norway Registers DevelopmentRSS Development for Companies Registration Office380,409
Norway Registers DevelopmentE-Filing Development for Companies Registration Office310,338
Tns/MRBIMarket Research for Companies Registration Office32,978
Carr CommunicationsEffective Communication with Companies Registration Office clients29,108
Ailill Oâ€TMReillyPreliminary work on consolidation of Winding up provisions of company law6,350
Mc Cann FitzgeraldLegal advice re: Sect 182 of Companies Act10,285
McCann FitzgeraldLegal advice â€" ethics legislation4,840
CDG DesignLogo design for the Irish Auditing & Accounting Supervisory Authority (IAASA)6,050
Rachel McLoughlinProject Management advice for IAASA6,680
McCann FitzgeraldLegal Advice on the Irish Auditing & Accounting Supervisory Authority (IAASA) â€" Memo and Articles of Association9,680
PE ConsultingSelection and Recruitment of CEO for IAASA34,180
McCann FitzgeraldLegal Advice on CEO employment contract for Irish Auditing & Accounting Supervisory Authority4,598
Oâ€TMMara Geraghty McCourtLegal Adviser to the Office of the Director of Consumer Affairs107,098
Oâ€TMDonovan AssociatesFinancial Consultancy for ODCA48,190
Caden CommunicationsCommunications Adviser for the ODCA4,033
Enterprise IrelandGeneral Product Safety Testing Services182
System DynamicsIT Consultancy â€" Integrated Database Development48,500
Creative IncWeb Consultancy â€" New website for the Office of the Director of Consumer Affairs14,669
System DynamicsSupport on Lotus Notes (IT)24,200
Creative IncWeb Consultancy â€" New ODCA website- hosting and support17,164
Kathryn E KeaneLegal Services1,000
Paul GardinerLegal Services38,901
Oisín QuinnLegal Services4,295
Emily EganLegal Services49,93
Oisín QuinnLegal Services605
Brian MurrayLegal Services2,165
Cyril Oâ€TMNeillLegal Services9,091
Eugene TormeyLegal Services916
Vincent Oâ€TMReillyLegal Services393
Malachy F BoohigLegal Services302
Paul GallagherLegal Services3,509
Edward JP HanlonLegal Services605
Thomas McLoughlinLegal Services450
Seamus F HughesLegal Services500
Maguire McNeiceLegal Services1,002
John Hennessy BL (Legal Advice)Various investigations under Section 19 of the Companies Act, 199060,016
Quinn & Hampson Attorneys at Law (Legal assistance)Investigation under S.19 of the Companies Act, 199021,708
NRD Ireland LtdDevelopment of Software to search Companies Registration Office database For ODCE29,766
MRBICorporate Compliance Research Survey for ODCE18,453
Grainne ClohessyConsultations and Court Appearances For ODCE23,020
John McBratneyLegal Advice For ODCE19,178
Remy FarrellLegal Opinion For ODCE12,997
Mark SanfeyLegal Advice For ODCE11,446
Shane MurphyLegal Opinion For ODCE11,040
BarkDesign work for ODCE14,701
WebtradeWebsite Services8,675
Rochford BradyLegal Services For ODCE4,837
Epsilon ConsultingConsultation For ODCE3,630
Michael CushLegal Opinion For ODCE1,815
Paul Anthony McdermottConsultation For ODCE1,815
Michael CollinsLegal Advice For ODCE1,512
Patrick Charles GagebyLegal Advice For ODCE1,270
Roger SweetmanOpinion and Advice For ODCE766
Pádhraic HarrisLegal Fees For ODCE641
Barry GalvinLegal Fees For ODCE605
Cyril Oâ€TMNeillAdvice326
William AbrahamsonLegal Advice For ODCE300
ICF Consulting / Byrne Oâ€TMCleirighDept Environment, Heritage and Local Government commissioned the study on determining the Share of National GHG Emissions for Emissions Trading in Irelandâ'¬41,673 Part contribution by DETE
Indecon/ Enviros Consulting LimitedPayment made to Department of Environment, Heritage and Local Government for part contribution to Environmental Protection Agency commissioned study relating to the preparation of Irelandâ€TMs First National Allocation Plan49,308
2004
Name of ConsultantsPurpose of ConsultancyTotal Cost for year
â'¬
Environmental Efficiency ConsultantsConsultancy commissioned by Omagh â€" Sligo Partnership on energy efficiency and environmental issues â€" Small Business Environmental Programmeâ'¬1,350 part contribution by
Deloitte & ToucheAudit of Financial Spreadsheets for Productive Sector Operational Programme2,420
Fitzpatrick AssociatesEvaluation of Chambers of Commerce or Ireland PRISM III32,791
Amárach ConsultingResearch conducted into the Legal Framework as a barrier to online trading42,350
Chapman Flood MazarsFinancial checking of expenditure under the Small Business Operational Programme6,000
Professor Helen Oâ€TMNeillAn independent evaluation of the expenditure review report on IDA Irelandâ€TMs Property Programme and separate independent evaluation of the expenditure review of Enterprise Irelandâ€TMs overseas office network1,936
DTZ Pieda Consultancy and DTZ Sherry FitzgeraldAn analysis of the role of property in attracting Foreign Direct Investment in overseas jurisdictions60,500
Ms. Tara DownerIn the context of the expenditure review of Enterprise Irelandâ€TMs overseas offices network, an analysis of the findings of questionnaires regarding the agencyâ€TMs overseas office networks and Department of Foreign Affairs missions3,000
Tom WalshProduction of revised health & safety legislation, as well as provision of advice to the Dept on other occupational health and safety matters.66,719
Tom WalshThe provision of advice and support to the Department on the EU Chemicals (REACH) legislation proposals as well as chairing the European Council Ad Hoc Working Group during the Irish Presidency of the EU.19,396
Una Tighe BarristerTechnical legal advice provided in the drafting of secondary legislation.7,018
ForfásStudy on the “Impact Assessment of the proposed EU Chemicals Policy (REACH) on Irish industry”.â'¬14,188 (part contribution)
Health and Safety AuthorityFor the support work provided by two of its technical experts in examining the provisions of the REACH Regulation and its implications.50,000
Corporate SolutionsManagement of catering for the Irish Presidency of the E.U.231,102
Fitzpatrick Associates, Economic ConsultantsReview of Export Licensing of Military and Dual Use Goods in Irelandâ'¬70,000** D/ETE: â'¬35,000
Fujitsu ConsultingChange Management and Operating Procedures for new Oracle Financials Systemâ'¬112,772 (â'¬84,590 net to
Deloitte & ToucheTraining on ORACLE Financial Management system 7,767
Venn FinanceDevelopment of reporting templates on ORACLE Financial Management system16,464
DeloitteTo assist the Dept. in the Implementation of a formal risk management system34,182
Institute of Public Administration (IPA)Customer Care Research10,000
TNS/ MRBICustomer Care Research42,374
H.R. Training and Support ServicesPreparation of Report on Mainstreaming Equal Community Initiative34,364
Farrell Grant SparksPreparation of Report on Mainstreaming Equal Community Initiative48,767
AC NetworkExpert to Equal Community Initiative Round 2 Selection Committee3,630
Tom Martin & AssociatesReview of Workway Initiatives35,000
Indecon International Economic ConsultantsReview of National Employment Action Plan Preventative Strategyâ'¬39,811 (The review was
Mr Paul CoughlanSetting and Correcting of certain examination papers relating to trade marks and patents1,330
Tomkins & Co Ltd, Trade Mark & Patents AttorneysLegal services engaged to defend the Irish State Emblems (the Harp and the Shamrock) from unauthorised use or misuse in cases arising either within or outside the State.993
Saville and HoldsworthDevelopment of Competititve based Promotion system3,920
Institute of Public AdministrationReview of Departmentâ€TMs draft Human Resources Strategy 2005-20077,018
Oâ€TMMara, Geraghty and McCourtProvision of legal advice to staff member302
Deloitte & ToucheIT Systems for Personal Injuries Assessment Board136,566
LJD Contract InteriorsDesign Consultancy for Personal Injuries Assessment Board6,715
Maria Gilsenan & CoRecruitment of staff for Personal Injuries Assessment Board20,597
Robert Thompson, Brook ConsultingService Centre for Personal Injuries Assessment Board10,285
Insurance Services Office Ltd (Contract continued from 2003)Development of Book of Quantum for Personal Injuries Assessment Boardâ'¬80,000 final stage
Peter G White LtdMedia Advice for Personal Injuries Assessment Board1,270
Concept Design GroupDesign of Personal Injuries Assessment Board Logo and Corporate Guidelines6,292
Dr Brian GreenfordAdvice on Personal Injuries Assessment Board operations2,829
System DynamicsDevelopment of an e-mail management system for Companies Registration Office19,582
Carr CommunicationsEffective Communication with Companies Registration Office clients64,493
Norway Registers DevelopmentIT Systems maintenance for Companies Registration Office434,833
Norway Registers DevelopmentSoftware development of the Registration Services System for CRO287,432
Norway Registers DevelopmentSoftware development of the Electronic Filing System for Companies Registration Office399,226
Deloitte & ToucheEvaluation of CVs in tenders for IT system development partners14,883
John BreslinStudy of Unfair Commercial Practices Directive7,260
Nathan ReillyReview of Consumer Legislation2,523
Neil KennedyExamination of case in relation to Sect 191 of the Companies Act 19909,500
Prof. Robert KirkExamination of case in relation to Sect 191 of the Companies Act 19904,500
McCann FitzgeraldLegal advice re case in relation to Sect 191 of the Companies Act 19903,950
CDG DesignPowerPoint slides for Companies Registration Office484
Farrell Grant SparksDevelopment of Work Programme for the Irish Auditing & Accounting Supervisory Authority60,500
Oâ€TMDonovan AssociatesFinancial advice to the ODCA16,789
System DynamicsIT Consultancy â€" System Development19,239
System DynamicsConsumer Credit Database Clean up15,488
System DynamicsSupport on Lotus Notes (IT)24,200
Caden CommunicationsCommunications Adviser for the ODCA55,539
Oâ€TMMara Geraghty McCourtLegal Adviser to the Director of Consumer Affairs (Consultancy)107,081
9th Square Web Development Ltd.Web development, Hosting and Support15,379
9th Square Web Development Ltd.Web development5,335
Cathy Maguire BLLegal Services3,690
Gerard Hogan BLLegal Services605
Oisin Quinn BLLegal Services3,932
Martin G LinnaneLegal Services726
Emily Egan BLLegal Services738.
Martin G Linnane State SolicitorLegal Services986
Paul Fitzpatrick State SolicitorLegal Services1,415
David Humphries BLLegal Services1,391
Paul Gardiner BLLegal Services726
Kennedy Fitzgerald SolicitorsLegal Services484
Gillece Callanan & CoLegal Services1,300
Michael D Murray State SolicitorLegal Services1,019
Martin G Linnane State SolicitorLegal Services363
Gerald Meaney State SolicitorLegal Services484
SF Hughes & CoLegal Services302
J. Buckley & Company SolicitorsLegal Services23,550
Steen Oâ€TMReilly SolicitorsLegal Services728
Paul Fitzpatrick State SolicitorLegal Services1,022
Rosario Boyle BLLegal Services1,694
John Hennessy BL (Legal Advice)Various investigations under Section 19 of the Companies Act, 199073,629
Quinn & Hampson Attorneys at Law (Legal assistance)Investigation under S.19 of the Companies Act, 19903,676
CTI PartnersDevelopment of Database Phase 120,302
Baker Tilly Oâ€TMHareConsultancyâ€" Accountancy case Work For ODCE47,470
Price Waterhouse CoopersConsultancyâ€" Accountancy case work For ODCE268,415
MRBICorporate Compliance Research Survey for ODCE17,445
Caroline CostelloConsultation Expenses For ODCE19,239
Éanna MolloyConsultation Expenses For ODCE15,648
Michael CushConsultation Expenses For ODCE15,367
BarkDesign work for ODCE7,320
Brian MurrayLegal Consultation Fees For ODCE8,318
Connolly LoweLegal Consultation Fees798
NRDIT Systems Development for ODCE4,174
Paul Anthony McDermottLegal Consultation Expenses For ODCE5,505
Richard Law Nesbitt S.C.Legal Consultation Expenses For ODCE4,416
WI DesignDesign work for ODCE499
William Abrahamson B.L.Legal Consultation Expenses For ODCE3,630
Conor BourkeLegal Consultation Expenses For ODCE6,050
Cyril Oâ€TMNeill & Co.Legal Costs Accountancy Assignments,Court Appearances For ODCE9,688
Dixon QuinlanLegal and Prosecution Costs For ODCE121
Edward J.P. HanlonLegal Services For ODCE393
Eileen Barrington S.C.Legal Consultation Expenses For ODCE4,718
Grainne ClohessyLegal Consultation Expenses For ODCE4,235
Mannion Aird & Co.Legal Services For ODCE48
Michael Murray S.C.Legal Services For ODCE60
Patrick P. MurphyLegal Services For ODCE500
Remy FarrellLegal Consultation Expenses For ODCE2,722
Rochford BradyLegal Searches and Services For ODCE2,414
SF HughesLegal Services For ODCE154
Una TigheLegal Consultation For ODCE1,028.00
Kilroys SolicitorsThe provision of legal advice on issues arising in the operation of the Export Credit Insurance Scheme as and when required.81,505
Client SolutionsOngoing support and maintenance of BASIS Website29,040
Deloitte and ToucheDevelopment of interface from RIR to Oracle Financials financial management system 83,715
Deloitte and ToucheDevelopment of interface from Redundancy Payments system to Oracle Financials financial management system 60,785
EircomProvision of IT Helpdesk Services403,927
Fujitsu ServicesDevelopment and implementation of new financial management system (MIF)463,841
Fujitsu ServicesSupport and maintenance of Oracle Financials system124,912
HELM ConsultancyDisaster Recovery/Business Continuity Plan 84,172
Intertech Ireland LtdE-Mail Archiving Solution 85,148
ProseSupport & maintenance of Financial Management IT System2,592
SabeoUnix Support (IT)78,632
SwordMaintenance and Development of The Patents Office Administration IT System343,080
System Dynamics Solutions LtdLotus Notes System Development & Maintenance 109,792
User Friendly Computer CompanyDepartment IT Training91,761
Version 1 SoftwareDatabase Administration Consultancy32,125
Version 1 SoftwareDevelopment and implementation of online Redundancy Payments system507,340
Version 1 SoftwareAnalysis and design of a new Work Permit Management IT System for DETE160,845
2005
Name of ConsultantsPurpose of ConsultancyTotal Cost for year
â'¬
Fitzpatrick AssociatesFinal Evaluation of the Productive Sector Operational Programme74,415
ESRIAssessment of impact of recommended Minimum Wage increase10,000
Tom WalshProduction of revised health & safety legislation, as well as provision of advice to the Dept on other occupational health and safety matters.70,623
IndeconEconomic Impact Assessment on the impact of health and safety legislation on competitiveness and the economy. 79,376.0
Health and Safety Authority Support work provided by two technical experts in examining the provisions of the REACH Regulation and its implications.52,000
Institute of Public Administration (IPA)Customer Care Research26,378
Training and Evaluation ServicesEqual Community Initiative Mainstreaming Strategy9,559
FitzpatricksUpdate of the Midterm Evaluation Equal Community Initiative61,468
Arekibo CommunicationsRedesign and development of the European Social Fund Website19,481
Farrell Grant SparksUpdated Evaluation of Employment & Human Resources Development Operational Programme58,812
Tom HigginsExternal Quality Assessment of Expenditure Review of Science & Technology spend by the Department3,000
Mr Andrew ParkesSetting and Correcting of certain examination papers relating to trade marks and patents70
Mr Paul CoughlanSetting and Correcting of certain examination papers relating to trade marks and patents1,820
Tomkins & Co Ltd, Trade Mark & Patents AttorneysLegal services engaged to defend the Irish State Emblems (the Harp and the Shamrock) from unauthorised use or misuse in cases arising either within or outside the State.750
Burtenshaw Kenny AssociatesHuman Resources Consultancy6,382
Carr CommunicationsEffective Communication with CRO clients38,722
Enterprise Registry SolutionsIT Systems maintenance for CRO502,865
Enterprise Registry SolutionsSoftware development of the Registration Services System for CRO188,767
Enterprise Registry SolutionsSoftware development of the Electronic Filing System for CRO460,582
Enterprise Registry SolutionsDevelopment of an electronic filing application for the annual return for CRO65,743
Enterprise Registry SolutionsSpecial Scanning Project for CRO19,909
System DynamicsUpgrade of the Lotus Notes Issues Log for CRO9,806
Faculty of Human & Social Sciences, Trinity College DublinAssistance in preparing report on the review Groceries Order12,100
PricewaterhouseCoopersConsultancy concerning the Recruitment of the Chair of the Competition Authority31,914
PricewaterhouseCoopersConsultancy concerning the Recruitment of a Member of the Competition Authority10,000
William Fry Solicitors â€"Provision of legal advice in relation to implementation of the Prospectus Directive68,321
Aillil Oâ€TMReilly BLAdvice re consolidation of existing liquidation legislation1,512
Nathan Reilly Ian WalshReview of Consumer Legislation30,064
PE ConsultingSelection & Recruitment of Senior staff for the Irish Auditing & Accounting Supervisory Authority38,478
McCann FitzgeraldLegal Advice re the Irish Auditing & Accounting Supervisory Authority Memo and Articles of Association5,445
McCann FitzgeraldExamination of case in relation to Sect 191 of the Companies Act 19905,324
McCann FitzgeraldServices re recruitment of Legal Adviser to the Irish Auditing & Accounting Supervisory Authority907
McCann FitzgeraldAdvice re levies to be imposed on companies by the Irish Auditing & Accounting Supervisory Authority1,815
McCann FitzgeraldEmployment related advice9,680
Oâ€TMDonovan AssociatesFinancial advice to ODCA9,982
Caden CommunicationsCommunications Adviser for the ODCA47,371
Oâ€TMMara Geraghty McCourtLegal Advisor to the ODCA97,270
System DynamicsSupport on Lotus Notes (IT)36,300
9th Square Web Development Ltd.Web hosting and Support5,717
James E Cahill & CoLegal Services907
Matheson Ormsby PrenticeLegal Services116,005
Kennedy Fitzgerald SolicitorsLegal Services302.
Jonathan Kilfeather BLLegal Services1,554
Niall J Oâ€TMNeill BLLegal Services2,565
Cathy Maguire BLLegal Services907
Patsy Gallagher & CoLegal Services1,694
Rory Hayden & Co.Legal Services302
Cathy Maguire BLLegal Services302
Elizabeth Cogan BLLegal Services19,783
Billy LoughnaneLegal Services1,281
Edward Oâ€TMSullivan SolicitorsLegal Services30,297
Emily Egan BLLegal Services1,270
Gerard Daly & Co SolicitorsLegal Services3,025
Paul Gardiner SCLegal Services23,050
John Hennessy BL (Legal Advice)Various investigations under Section 19 of the Companies Act, 19909,922
Denis McDonald SC (Legal Advice)Investigations under Section 19 of the Companies Act, 19901,906
Matthias Kelly (Legal Advice)Investigations under Section 19 of the Companies Act, 1990194,817
ArekiboRe-design of ODCE website28,715
CTI PartnersDevelopment of Database Phase II25,410
Caroline Costello B.L.Legal Consultation Expenses For ODCE36,663
Eileen BarringtonFees to Counsel For ODCE11,071
Remy FarrellFees to Counsel For ODCE40,867
Baker Tilly Oâ€TMHareAccountancy Assignment For ODCE10,890
Connolly LoweAccountancy Assignment For ODCE441.00
Milward BrownMilward Brown are conducting a survey for ODCE on compliance with Company Law and the impact of the operations of the ODCE on such compliance â€" the survey is not yet complete.27,862
Owen Oâ€TMConnorIT Consultancy500
Barry Healy & Co.Legal Services For ODCE181
Denis McDonaldLegal Consultation For ODCE3,630
BarkDesign work for ODCE10,196
Eoghan FitzsimonsLegal Consultation For ODCE1,210
Gwen MaloneLegal Services For ODCE178
Hugh HartnettLegal Consultations For ODCE32,670
Michael CushLegal Consultations For ODCE8,712
Paul Anthony McDermottLegal Consultations For ODCE847
Shane MurphyLegal Consultations For ODCE9,801
Rochford BradyLegal Services For ODCE5,109
Seán Oâ€TMCeallaigh & Co.Legal Services For ODCE96
Kilroys SolicitorsThe provision of legal advice on issues arising in the operation of the Export Credit Insurance Scheme as and when required.32,000
Arekibo CommunicationsDevelopment of the Employment Appeals Tribunal website & extranet33,755
Arekibo CommunicationsRedevelopment of the Patents Office website 26,495
Bark DesignAdvertisement layout design3,423
CARAProvision of IT Helpdesk Services80,828
Client SolutionsConsultancy and Development of BASIS website (Upgrade of Content Management System)123,571
Client SolutionsOngoing support and maintenance of BASIS Website28,961
Core InternationalIT System Enhancements â€" Corepay3,770
Curach TechnologiesImplementation of Disaster Recovery for Oracle systems and system upgrade (IT)3,358
EircomProvision of IT Helpdesk Services418,411
Fujitsu ServicesDevelopment and implementation of new financial management IT system (MIF)60,500
Fujitsu ServicesSupport and maintenance of Oracle Financials IT system50,819
Fujitsu-SiemensImplementation of Disaster Recovery for Financial systems and system upgrade (IT)13,650
Oak Tree PressDevelopment of content for BASIS Website9,983
ProseSupport & maintenance of Travel & Subsistence IT System11,680
RITSWork Permits Security Assessment (IT)7,079
SabeoUnix Support IT)87,768
SwordMaintenance and Development of The Patents Office Administration System279,330
SwordImplementation of version 8 of the International Patent Classification (IPC) system. (IT)11,493
System Dynamics Solutions LtdLotus Notes System Development & Maintenance40,872
User Friendly Computer CompanyDepartment IT Training102,736
Version 1Implementation of Disaster Recovery for Oracle systems (IT)19,550
Version 1 SoftwareDatabase Administration Consultancy (IT)28,913
Version 1 SoftwareAnalysis and design of a new Work Permit Management IIT System for DETE28,278
XML WorkshopDevelopment of the Departmentâ€TMs website3,267
Kilroys SolicitorsThe provision of legal advice on issues arising in the operation of the Export Credit Insurance Scheme as and when required.32,000
EcofysDepartment of Environment, Heritage and Local Government commissioned a comparative study of EU Members States National Allocation Plansâ'¬17,724 (part contribution
EnvirotrainTraining consultants engaged to train relevant Department and Agency staff in Strategic Environmental Assessments295
FGS ConsultingUpdate existing database on Work Life Balance and related publications and report on practices in other EU countries11,336
Parallel Information TechnologyRe-development and maintenance of existing website for the National Framework Committee for Work Life Balance Policies â€" www.worklifebalance.ie5,178
Transition ManagementTransition Management Report on the outcome of consultations regarding the Employment Rights Bodies Group Report11,616
Anthony KerrLegal Services for Employment Rights Group3,025
IndeconEconomic Impact Assessment on the impact of health and safety legislation on competitiveness and the economy 79,376
Deloitte & ToucheTraining on ORACLE Financial Management System4,356
Indecon International Economic ConsultantsReview of National Employment Action Plan Preventative Strategy53,082
System DynamicsDevelopment of an e-mail management system for the Companies Registration Office9,806
2006
Name of ConsultantsPurpose of ConsultancyTotal Cost to date
Nathan ReillyLegal Consultancy Services in Connection with Preparation of New Consumer Protection Legislation22,207.78
Tom WalshProduction of revised health and safety legislation as well as provision of advice to the Department on other occupational health and safety matters70,631.60
DeloitteReview of Operation of Risk Management3,129.06
IndeconEconomic Impact Assessment on occupational health and safety legislation and its effect on competitiveness and the economy39,688.00
Crowleys DFK Chartered AccountantsReview of Internal Financial Controls of ITI InterTrade Ireland40,080.00
Joseph G Sloane & AssociatesSurvey to measure existing accommodation and storage facilities in decentralising business units26,620.00
PriceWaterhouse CoopersMeasuring the Administrative Burdens of Regulation using the Standard Cost Model (SCM) Pilot100,000
Tom FerrisCase Studies of Six Companies for the Business Regulation Forum8,991
EnviroTrainPresentation to the Management Board on the Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA) Directive and its implications for this Department.650
Farrell Grant SparksEx-ante Evaluation of EHRDOP 2007-2013 and Performance Indicators Exercise57,158
Noel Travers BLTranspose the Measuring Instruments Directive937.75
Farrell Grant SparksPrepare report on Work Life Balance Practices in the EU and update existing database of publications on www.worklifebalance.ie5,668.25
HELM Corporation Ltd.Optimisation of ORACLE financial system10,376.81
2006
Name of ConsultantsPurpose of ConsultancyCost to Date
â'¬
Arekibo CommunicationsContinued Development of the EAT website & extranet13,912
Arekibo CommunicationsContinued Redevelopment of the PO website 17,542
BARKDesign of BASIS poster974
BluewaveDatabase programming for restored European Patents484
CARAContinued Provision of IT Helpdesk Services275,000
Client SolutionsContinued Support & Maintenance of BASIS Website65,340
Computer AssociatesIT Disaster Recovery and Backup26,620
Core InternationalDisaster Recovery work on Corepay payroll system1,691
Curach TechnologiesImplementation of Disaster Recovery for Employment Rights Enforcement System9,045
Deloitte & ToucheUpgrade of Redundancy Insolvency Recoveries System110,775
ESAT BTContinued provision of Web-farm and Firewall Services32,857
IKENDisaster Recovery for Labour Relation Commissionâ€TMs Case Management System2,000
Maule System ConsultingNovell Support and Maintenance53,257
Quest ComputingEnhancements to Employment Appeals Tribunal System3,025
SwordContinued Maintenance and Development of The Patents Office Administration System259,243
SwordMigration of Patent Office Systems to .NET84,730
SwordRe-Development of Patents Office Journal Production system47,161
System Dynamics Solutions LtdContinued Maintenance and Development of Lotus Notes Applications and Infrastructure213,121
TekenableAudit of Ptolemy system and Net Migration2,420
Version 1Implementation of Disaster Recovery for Redundancy Payments System5,354
Version 1Development of an Online Export Licence Application System (OELAS)121,397
Version 1Enhancements to Redundancy Payments System1,573
Oâ€TMMara Geraghty McCourtLegal consultants to the Director ODCA102,603.37
Enterprise Registry Solutions LtdIT Systems maintenance for CRO368,590
Enterprise Registry Solutions LtdSoftware development of the Registration Services System for CRO308,7300
Enterprise Registry Solutions LtdSoftware development of the Electronic Filing System for CRO 525,339
Enterprise Registry Solutions LtdWebsite development 847
Carr CommunicationsCommunication advice 33,123
Lansdowne Market ResearchMarket research on paper-based filers 20,449
Mason Hayes and Curran, SolicitorsFor legal advice49, 269.67
AreikboIT Development16,015.57
Brendan ByrneSummons Service1,285.00
Brian MurrayProfessional Legal Services24,986.50
Caroline CostelloProfessional Legal Services13,884.75
Columba Global SystemsIT Development20,086.00
Connolly LoweLegal Costs Accountancy496.10
Conor BourkeProfessional Legal Services3,025.00
CTIIT Development700.00
Cyril Oâ€TMNeillLegal Costs Accountancy2,326.43
Declan MurphyProfessional Legal Services35,090.00
Eileen BarringtonProfessional Legal Services33,858.22
Eoghan FitzsimonsProfessional Legal Services15,185.35
Epsilon ConsultingProfessional Legal Services605.00
Grainne ClohessyProfessional Legal Services38,720.00
Gwen MaloneStenography Services12,468.48
John McCarrollProfessional Legal Services44,824.44
Michael M. CollinsProfessional Legal Services3,025.00
Milward BrownMarket Research30,650.43
Michael CushProfessional Legal Services423.50
PriceWaterhouse CoopersCompany Investigations151,250.00
Quin & HampsonCompany Investigatrions1,039.71
Remy FarrellProfessional Legal Services136,121.50
Rochford Brady Legal ServicesLegal Services4,805.20
Shane MurphyProfessional Legal Services4,235.00
Tom MallonProfessional Legal Services242.00
Úna TigheProfessional Legal Services7,683.50

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