26/345 ATU Request for tender for supply of a dedicated solid sample Total Organic Carbon (TOC) analyser suitable for peatland restoration research and long term soil carbon monitoring

26/345 ATU Request for tender for supply of a dedicated solid sample Total Organic Carbon (TOC) analyser suitable for peatland restoration research and long term soil carbon monitoring

Atlantic Technological University

## Summary The Atlantic Technological University (ATU) is seeking a dedicated solid-sample Total Organic Carbon (TOC) analyser for peatland restoration research and long-term soil carbon monitoring. The estimated value is €42,000, excluding VAT.

## Scope & Deliverables - Supply of a dedicated solid-sample TOC analyser - Capable of analysing organic-rich environmental solid matrices, including peat, restored and degraded peatland soils, upland organic soils, mineral soils, wetland sediments, and associated catchment sediments - 12-month contract duration

## Key Requirements - Eligibility: Not stated - Qualifications: Not stated - Certifications: Not stated - Experience: Not stated

## Commercials & Timeline - Estimated value: €42,000 (excluding VAT) - Submission deadline: Tue Sep 08 12:00:00 IST 2026 - Contract duration: 12 months - Framework/DPS: No framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

## How to Bid - Submission method: Electronic submission required - Languages: English - Key documents to prepare: Request for tender documents (available on etenders.gov.ie)

## Bid Considerations - This tender may suit companies with experience in supplying laboratory equipment and a proven track record in environmental monitoring. - Opportunities: The contract may provide a stable revenue stream for the successful bidder. - Risks: The tender process may be competitive, and the bidder must ensure compliance with the procurement documents and regulations.

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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