Supply, Delivery, Installation of a precision fermentation platform

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1. At a glance

2. Scope of Work

This tender seeks the supply, delivery, and installation of a precision fermentation platform for Technological University Dublin (TU Dublin). The Goods comprise two distinct lots: Lot 1 involves three benchtop bioreactors with capacities ranging from 500 ml to 1000 ml. Lot 2 requires one light module designed to convert a 2-litre bioreactor into a photobioreactor. Each lot will result in a separate contract.

The scope of work for the successful tenderer(s) includes:

• Supply of Equipment:
• Three (3) benchtop bioreactors (Lot 1), each with a volume capacity between 500 ml and 1000 ml.
• One (1) light module (Lot 2) specifically designed for integration with a 2-litre bioreactor to enable photobioreactor functionality.
• Delivery: All equipment must be delivered to TU Dublin. Specific delivery locations are not detailed in the provided metadata.
• Installation: The successful tenderer(s) will be responsible for the installation of the supplied equipment. This includes:
• Installation of the three bioreactors for Lot 1.
• Installation of the light module for Lot 2.
• Commissioning, calibration, and validation of the installed systems.
• Technical and Professional Ability: Tenderers must demonstrate technical and professional capability, including meeting general functional requirements and ensuring the hardware, software, and interaction of devices meet specified needs.
• After Sales and Technical Assistance: This includes customer support, repair, maintenance, and breakdown response.
• Warranty and Preventative Maintenance: Provision of warranty services and proposals for preventative maintenance are required.
• Training: Tenderers must provide a training proposal for a minimum of six (6) persons, covering the operation, care, and maintenance of the supplied equipment. Documentation related to training is also a requirement.
• Sustainability: Tenderers are expected to address sustainability aspects within their proposals.

The contract term is one year, with the possibility of up to two one-year extensions, not exceeding three years in aggregate.

3. Background & buyer context

Technological University Dublin (TU Dublin) is procuring this precision fermentation platform to enhance its research and educational capabilities. The university operates a practice-based learning environment for its 28,500 students. The procurement is conducted under an open procedure, adhering to EU and Irish regulations. The estimated expenditure is not disclosed, but tenderers must understand this is an estimate based on current and future expected usage. TU Dublin aims to encourage participation from Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and encourages larger enterprises to include SMEs in their proposals.

4. Eligibility & selection criteria

Tenderers must meet the following minimum requirements to be considered:

• Turnover requirement:
• Lot 1: €250,000 average annual turnover for each of the last 3 years.
• Lot 2: €33,000 average annual turnover for each of the last 3 years.
• This is a self-declared requirement, with evidence to be provided upon request if deemed the most economically advantageous tender.
• Insurance: The successful tenderer must hold the following insurances for the term of the Goods Contract:
• Employer’s Liability: €13 Million indemnity limit per claim or series of claims.
• Public Liability: €6.5 Million indemnity limit per claim or series of claims.
• Product Liability: €6.5 Million indemnity limit per claim or series of claims.
• Tenderers must confirm they are not aware of any exclusions or restrictions that could materially impact coverage.
• Certifications: Not specified for this tender.
• Past experience: Tenderers must supply contact details and information on goods and services provided for three referees to whom they have provided similar goods and services to the requirements of this RFT.
• Personnel: Not specified for this tender.
• Geographic / facility constraints: Not specified for this tender.
• Tax Compliance: Tenderers must supply their Tax Clearance Access Number and Tax Reference Number for online verification.
• Data Protection Compliance: Tenderers must confirm compliance with GDPR and Irish Data Protection Acts.
• Health & Safety: Applicants must demonstrate compliance with relevant Environmental, Health, and Safety legislation.

5. Award criteria & scoring

The contract will be awarded based on the Most Economically Advantageous Tender (MEAT), determined by a combination of quality and cost. Tenderers must achieve a minimum score of 60% in all award criteria, excluding Ultimate Cost, to avoid elimination.

Award Criteria