University College Cork
## Summary University College Cork (UCC) is procuring a high-end confocal microscope for its research facilities. This is an open tender for the supply and installation of specialized scientific equipment.
## Scope & Deliverables - Supply of a confocal microscope system meeting specified technical performance criteria. - Delivery, installation, and commissioning of the equipment at UCC premises. - Comprehensive training for laboratory staff on operation and maintenance. - Provision of a warranty and after-sales support service.
## Key Requirements - Eligibility: Bidders must be registered companies with valid tax clearance certificates. - Experience: Demonstrated experience in supplying complex optical microscopy systems to academic or research institutions. - Technical Compliance: Equipment must meet or exceed the technical specifications outlined in the tender documents. - Certifications: ISO 9001 quality management certification is typically required for medical/scientific device suppliers.
## Commercials & Timeline - Estimated Value: €380,000.00 - Submission Deadline: Friday, August 15, 2025, at 12:00 IST - Contract Duration: Not stated - Framework/DPS: Not stated
## How to Bid - Submission Method: Electronic submission via the UCC procurement portal or the national public procurement platform (eTenders Ireland), as per standard open procedure protocols. - Language: English - Key Documents: - Completed tender submission form. - Technical proposal detailing equipment specifications and compliance. - Financial proposal (pricing schedule). - Proof of eligibility (tax clearance, registration documents). - Case studies or references from similar installations.
## Bid Considerations - Suitability: Ideal for established medical device distributors or direct manufacturers with strong Irish presence. - Opportunity: High-value contract with potential for long-term service agreements and consumables revenue. - Risk: Technical specifications may be tightly defined, limiting flexibility; strict compliance deadlines apply. - Competition: Likely to attract major global microscopy manufacturers and specialized local distributors.
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.
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