Tenders are sought for the Supply, Delivery, Installation and Commissioning of a maskless
Education Procurement Service (EPS)
## Summary Dublin City University (DCU), procured via the Education Procurement Service (EPS), is seeking the supply, delivery, installation, and commissioning of a maskless photolithography system. This is a national open procedure tender for high-end semiconductor research equipment.
## Scope & Deliverables - Supply of a maskless photolithography system. - Physical delivery to DCU facilities. - On-site installation and technical commissioning. - Full operational handover and validation.
## Key Requirements - Eligibility: Open to all qualified suppliers; no specific national restrictions noted beyond standard EU procurement rules. - Qualifications: Demonstrated capability in supplying and installing complex scientific instrumentation. - Experience: Proven track record in semiconductor or advanced materials research equipment is implied by the technical nature of the scope. - Certifications: Standard compliance with Irish and EU public procurement regulations required.
## Commercials & Timeline - Estimated Value: €105,000.00 - Submission Deadline: Monday, August 18, 2025, at 12:00 IST - Contract Duration: Not stated - Framework/DPS: Not stated (Single contract award)
## How to Bid - Submission Method: Electronic submission via the EPS portal or designated tendering platform (standard for EPS). - Languages: English. - Key Documents to Prepare: - Completed tender forms and pricing schedules. - Technical proposal detailing the specific maskless photolithography system model and specifications. - Proof of eligibility and financial standing. - Installation and commissioning plan.
## Bid Considerations - Suits: Specialized equipment suppliers with strong relationships in Irish higher education or semiconductor research sectors. - Opportunities: Direct engagement with a major Irish university for high-value scientific infrastructure; potential for future service contracts. - Risks: Tight timeline (approx. 3 weeks from publication) requires immediate resource allocation; technical specifications may be highly specific, limiting competition but requiring precise compliance. - Note: Verify if the "maskless" specification allows for alternative technologies or is a hard requirement to avoid disqualification.
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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