CMNHS246/2026- Establishment of a Single Operator Framework Agreement For Qualified Person (QP) Services to CCMI for the University of Galway

CMNHS246/2026- Establishment of a Single Operator Framework Agreement For Qualified Person (QP) Services to CCMI for the University of Galway

University of Galway (ID 1400)

## Summary The University of Galway is seeking to establish a Single Operator Framework Agreement for Qualified Person (QP) Services to CCMI for the manufacture of ATMP Products for Clinical Trials. The estimated value of the contract is €300,000.

## Scope & Deliverables * Review batch documentation relating to the manufacture of ATMP Products for Clinical Trials * Release products for administration to Clinical Trial Patients in accordance with relevant requirements

## Key Requirements * Eligibility: Not stated * Qualifications: Qualified Person (QP) certification * Experience: Not stated * Certifications: Not stated

## Commercials & Timeline * Estimated value: €300,000 * Submission deadline: 28 October 2026, 12:00:00 GMT * Contract duration: 4 years * Framework/DPS: Framework agreement with reopening of competition

## How to Bid * Submission method: Electronic submission via etenders.gov.ie * Languages: English * Key documents to prepare: + Tender submission + Qualifications and experience documentation + Certified copy of Qualified Person (QP) certification

## Bid Considerations * This tender suits companies with experience in research and development consultancy services, particularly in the field of ATMP Products for Clinical Trials. * Opportunities: The contract has an estimated value of €300,000 and a duration of 4 years, providing a stable revenue stream for the successful bidder. * Risks: The tender requires a Qualified Person (QP) certification, which may be a barrier to entry for some companies. Additionally, the contract duration is 4 years, which may pose a risk for companies with limited capacity or resources.

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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