Supply, Delivery, Installation of a precision fermentation platform for TU Dublin

Tenders are sought for establishing a precision fermentation platform that will build on the national

Supply, Delivery, Installation of a precision fermentation platform for TU Dublin

Technological University Dublin (TU Dublin)

## Summary Technological University Dublin (TU Dublin) is seeking tenders for the supply, delivery, and installation of a precision fermentation platform. This includes two lots: benchtop bioreactors (Lot 1) and a Light module for a Bioreactor (Lot 2). The estimated value excluding VAT is €200,000 per lot.

## Scope & Deliverables - Supply, delivery, and installation of precision fermentation equipment - Benchtop bioreactors (500 ml to 1000 ml) for Lot 1 - One Light module to transform a 2 Litres bioreactor into a photobioreactor for Lot 2

## Key Requirements - Suppliers must submit tenders for all lots, with a maximum of two lots per tenderer. - The European Single Procurement Document (ESPD) is required for selection criteria. - Technological University Dublin (TU Dublin) is the contracting authority and buyer.

## Commercials & Timeline - Estimated value: €200,000 per lot - Submission deadline: Friday, July 17, 2026, at 14:00 IST - Contract duration: 36 months

## How to Bid - Electronic submission only through the etenders.gov.ie platform - Languages accepted: English - Tender documents available on the etenders.gov.ie website

## Bid Considerations - This tender is suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). - The estimated value per lot is relatively low, making it accessible to smaller suppliers. - Suppliers must carefully review the selection criteria and ensure they meet the requirements outlined in the ESPD.

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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