ETENDERS//IE

Medical Bureau for Road Safety - Alcohol Interlock System

University College Dublin ( UCD )
Status
Tender Submission
Estimated value
β€”
Deadline
31 Dec 2025, 12:00
Time left
Closed
Published
15 Jul 2023
Procedure
Open
Reference
2072310
Buyer
University College Dublin ( UCD )
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Contract details

Languages accepted
1 [EN]

Scope of the contract

University College Dublin, on behalf of the Medical Bureau for Road Safety (MBRS) would like to invite prospective organisations to submit their Alcohol Interlock System for testing and approval on behalf of the Department of Transport. Please note this is not a call for competition. We are utilising the etenders platform as a mechanism to inform suppliers that this opportunity is now live. Please see full details in the attached document

AI summary

Medical Bureau for Road Safety - Alcohol Interlock System Testing

πŸ“‹ Key Information

  • - πŸ’° Contract Value: Not specified
  • - πŸ“… Deadline: 31st December 2025, 12:00
  • - πŸ“ Location: UCD Belfield Campus, Dublin 4, Ireland (IE061)
  • - 🏒 Authority: University College Dublin (on behalf of Medical Bureau for Road Safety)
  • - πŸ“ Category: Testing Equipment & Safety Systems (CPV: 38960000)

πŸ“– Overview

System Testing & Approval Opportunity - University College Dublin, acting on behalf of the Medical Bureau for Road Safety (MBRS), is inviting organizations to submit their Alcohol Interlock Systems for official testing and approval by the Department of Transport.

Important Note: This is NOT a competitive tender - UCD is using the eTenders platform as an information mechanism to notify suppliers that this testing opportunity is now available.

Program Duration: August 1, 2023 to December 31, 2025

🎯 Business Opportunities

For Alcohol Interlock System Manufacturers: - Official testing and potential approval for Irish market - Department of Transport recognition - Market access opportunity for road safety technology - Regulatory compliance pathway for Irish operations

System Requirements: - Alcohol interlock devices and systems - Must meet Department of Transport specifications - Safety and reliability testing protocols - Compliance with Irish and EU road safety standards

Testing Process: - Submit system for comprehensive evaluation - Technical performance assessment - Safety and reliability verification - Regulatory compliance review

βœ… Requirements & Eligibility

Technical Requirements: - Fully functional alcohol interlock system - Technical documentation and specifications - Safety certifications and test reports - Installation and operation manuals

Submission Requirements: - Electronic submission via eTenders platform - English language documentation - Complete system specifications - Manufacturer credentials and certifications

Eligibility: - Manufacturers of alcohol interlock systems - Authorized distributors with testing rights - Companies with relevant safety technology experience

⚠️ Important Considerations

  • - Not a Competition: This is a testing and approval process, not a competitive tender
  • - No Guaranteed Purchase: Testing doesn't guarantee government procurement
  • - Extended Timeline: Process runs through December 2025
  • - Department Standards: Must meet specific Department of Transport requirements
  • - Regulatory Process: Official approval pathway for market access

πŸš€ Recommended Actions

1. Review Requirements: Study full technical specifications in tender documents 2. Prepare System: Ensure alcohol interlock system meets all technical criteria 3. Documentation: Compile complete technical and safety documentation 4. Submit for Testing: Apply through eTenders platform before December 31, 2025 5. Follow Progress: Monitor testing process and maintain communication with MBRS 6. Market Preparation: Plan for potential market entry following successful approval

What β€œOpen” means for bidders

Open procedure. Any interested supplier may submit a tender. There is no shortlisting stage β€” all compliant bids received by the deadline are evaluated against the published award criteria. It is the most common route for Irish public contracts and is open to SMEs and new entrants.

About University College Dublin ( UCD )

University College Dublin ( UCD ) has 40 tender(s) tracked on TenderScout, of which 4 are currently open. On the EU TED record this buyer has awarded 113 contract(s) worth around €1,035,540,706.

Recent awarded suppliers include IMAC Facilities Management, Noonan, CytoViva, Inc., Rohde & Schwarz, Mesuro Ltd.

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