Open Competition for providing Accelerator Mass Spectrometry Radiocarbon Dating analysis to Maynooth University

Maynooth University is conducting paleoenvironmental research as part of the ICARUS Climate Research

Open Competition for providing Accelerator Mass Spectrometry Radiocarbon Dating analysis to Maynooth University

Maynooth University

## Summary Maynooth University is procuring Accelerator Mass Spectrometry (AMS) radiocarbon dating analysis services through an open competition. This tender targets specialized scientific laboratories capable of delivering high-precision dating results for academic or research purposes.

## Scope & Deliverables - Provision of AMS radiocarbon dating analysis services. - Delivery of accurate and timely dating results for samples submitted by the university. - Compliance with standard scientific reporting protocols for radiocarbon data.

## Key Requirements - Eligibility: Open to qualified laboratories; specific academic or scientific credentials are implied by the technical nature of the work. - Qualifications: Demonstrated expertise in Accelerator Mass Spectrometry technology. - Experience: Proven track record in radiocarbon dating analysis, likely within academic or research sectors. - Certifications: Standard laboratory accreditations (e.g., ISO 17025) are typically required for such scientific services, though not explicitly listed in the summary data.

## Commercials & Timeline - Estimated value: €250,000.00 - Submission deadline: Wed Aug 20 12:00:00 IST 2025 - Contract duration: Not stated - Framework/DPS: Not stated

## How to Bid - Submission method: Not stated (typically via the relevant public procurement portal such as eTenders Ireland or the university’s direct portal). - Languages: English (implied by the Irish context and university location). - Key documents to prepare: Technical proposal detailing methodology and capacity; financial bid; evidence of eligibility and relevant experience; any required statutory forms.

## Bid Considerations - Technical Fit: This opportunity suits specialized scientific service providers with established AMS capabilities and experience in the academic/research sector. - Value vs. Effort: The €250k value is significant for a niche service, but bidders must assess if the volume of samples justifies the operational setup. - Timeline: The submission window is approximately one month from publication (July 18 to August 20), requiring rapid preparation of technical and financial documentation. - Risk: As an open procedure, competition may be high among specialized labs; clarity on sample volumes and turnaround times in the full tender documents is critical for accurate costing.

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.

Maynooth University has 40 tender(s) tracked on TenderScout, of which 4 are currently open. On the EU TED record this buyer has awarded 100 contract(s) worth around €119,345,094.

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