Call for Tender for Supply, Delivery, Training and Maintenance of a Bound Metal and Continuous Fibre Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF) Machine Package to MTU Cork

Munster Technological University is seeking tenders from competent service providers for the supply,

Call for Tender for Supply, Delivery, Training and Maintenance of a Bound Metal and Continuous Fibre Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF) Machine Package to MTU Cork

Munster Technological University.

## Summary Munster Technological University (MTU Cork) is seeking tenders for the supply, delivery, training, and maintenance of a Bound Metal and Continuous Fibre Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF) machine package. The contract is valued at "Not stated" and has an estimated duration of 48 months.

## Scope & Deliverables * Supply of one Bound Metal Filament Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF) machine * Delivery of the machine to MTU Cork * Training on the use and maintenance of the machine * Maintenance of the machine for the contract duration

## Key Requirements * Eligibility: Competent service providers are eligible to participate in this tender. * Qualifications: The procurement document outlines the selection criteria, which includes experience with similar projects. * Certifications: Not specified. * Experience: Relevant experience in supplying and maintaining FFF machines is required.

## Commercials & Timeline * Estimated value: Not stated * Submission deadline: Thu Jul 16 12:00:00 IST 2026 * Contract duration: 48 months * Framework/DPS: No framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

## How to Bid * Submission method: Electronic submission is required through the etenders.gov.ie portal. * Languages: English * Key documents to prepare: + Tender Structure XML - Cycle 1 + RFT One Bound FFF Machine (document attached)

## Bid Considerations * This tender may suit companies with experience in supplying and maintaining advanced manufacturing equipment, particularly those familiar with the Irish market. * Opportunities include a potential long-term contract with a reputable educational institution. * Risks include the complexity of the project, the need for specialized knowledge and expertise, and the possibility of competition from established suppliers.

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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