Provision of Mechanical Engineering Equipment for TUS Midwest Smarter Factory Technology Gateway

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Provision of Mechanical Engineering Equipment for TUS Midwest Smarter Factory Technology Gateway

Technological University of the Shannon: Midlands Midwest (TUSMM)

## Summary The Technological University of the Shannon: Midlands Midwest (TUSMM) is procuring mechanical engineering equipment for its Smarter Factory Technology Gateway. This open tender targets suppliers capable of delivering specialized industrial machinery to support advanced manufacturing research and development.

## Scope & Deliverables - Provision of mechanical engineering equipment tailored for the TUS Midwest Smarter Factory. - Supply, installation, and commissioning of specified industrial machinery. - Integration with existing technology gateway infrastructure. - Provision of technical documentation and operational training.

## Key Requirements - Eligibility: Open to all qualified suppliers; no specific sector restrictions noted. - Qualifications: Demonstrated capability in mechanical engineering equipment supply. - Experience: Proven track record in delivering similar industrial machinery to academic or research institutions. - Compliance: Adherence to Irish public procurement regulations and technical specifications outlined in the tender documents.

## Commercials & Timeline - Estimated value: €476,000.00 - Submission deadline: Monday, 28 July 2025, at 12:00 IST - Contract duration: Not stated - Framework/DPS: Not applicable (Open procedure)

## How to Bid - Submission method: Electronic submission via the specified procurement portal (details in tender documents). - Languages: English. - Key documents to prepare: - Completed tender submission form. - Technical proposal detailing equipment specifications and compliance. - Commercial offer with pricing breakdown. - Evidence of eligibility and relevant experience. - Health and safety documentation.

## Bid Considerations - Strategic Fit: Ideal for established mechanical engineering firms with strong ties to the education or R&D sectors. - Opportunity: High-value contract supports a key national technology gateway, offering potential for long-term partnership and future service contracts. - Risk: Technical specifications may require precise customization; failure to meet exact engineering tolerances could lead to disqualification. - Timeline Pressure: Short preparation window (approx. 6 weeks) requires immediate resource allocation and rapid technical validation.

Open procedure. Any interested supplier may submit a tender. There is no shortlisting stage — 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.

Technological University of the Shannon: Midlands Midwest (TUSMM) has 23 tender(s) tracked on TenderScout, of which 1 are currently open. On the EU TED record this buyer has awarded 43 contract(s) worth around €21,809,376.

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