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CfT: LA3652C - RFT for the Supply, Delivery and Installation of an Advanced 3D Printing Suite (4 Lots) for Technological University of the Shannon: Midlands Midwest (TUS)

Workarea:
Laboratory Workarea
Tender submission deadline in (days/hours):
29/12
Name of Contracting Authority:
Education Procurement Service (EPS)
Title:
LA3652C - RFT for the Supply, Delivery and Installation of an Advanced 3D Printing Suite (4 Lots) for Technological University of the Shannon: Midlands Midwest (TUS)
CfT CA Unique ID:
LA3652C
Evaluation Mechanism:
Most Economically Advantageous Tender (MEAT)
Allow different Evaluation Mechanism in the MC/SC:
Description:
Lot 1: Vapour Smoothing (VS) Machine: A vapour smoothing machine is a post-processing system used to enhance the surface finish of 3D-printed parts. It works by applying controlled vapour to smooth and seal the surface, improving appearance, strength, and durability. It is commonly used to produce higher-quality, functional parts for research and small-scale production. Lot 2: High-Temperature Printer: A high-temperature printer is an industrial-grade 3D printing system designed to produce strong, functional parts from advanced engineering plastics. It is used for prototyping, research, and low-volume manufacturing of components that need to withstand high temperatures or mechanical stress, offering reliable performance and consistent quality. Lot 3: Thermo-Mechanical Analyser (TMA): A TMA is a precision laboratory instrument used to measure how materials expand, contract, or deform under controlled temperature changes and small mechanical loads. It is primarily used in research to analyse thermal properties such as expansion, softening, and glass transition across a wide range of materials, helping to understand material behaviour in different environments. Lot4: Filament Line: A filament line is a small-scale production system used to create continuous strands of material with consistent diameter. It melts and extrudes material into filament, which is then cooled and wound onto spools. It is mainly used to produce materials for applications like 3D printing and research, where uniformity and material quality are important.
Procurement Type:
Supplies
Directive:
2014/24/EU (Classic)
Procedure:
Open
CfT Involves:
A Public Contract
CPV Codes:
38000000-Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
38432000-Analysis apparatus
Award per Item:
No
Inclusion of e-Auctions :
No
NUTS codes:
IE
Estimated value (EUR):
436,000
Above or Below threshold:
Above
Time-limit for receipt of tenders or requests to participate:
16/07/2026 12:00
Deadline for dispatching invitations:
End of clarification period:
06/07/2026 12:00
Tenders Opening Date:
16/07/2026 12:30
Allow suppliers to make an online Expression Of Interest:
Yes
Contract awarded in Lots:
Yes
Number Of Lots:
4
Lot Name(1)
Vapor Smoothing Machine
Lot Name(2)
High Temperature Printer
Lot Name(3)
Thermomechanical Analyser
Lot Name(4)
Filament Line
Tenders For Lots:
Maximum Number of Lots
Maximum Number of Lots:
4
Contract duration in months or years, including any options and renewals:
60 months
Validity of Tender in days or months:
12 months
EU funding:
No
Multiple tenders will be accepted:
Yes
Date of Publication/Invitation:
16/06/2026 03:30
TED links for published notices:
https://ted.europa.eu/udl?uri=TED:NOTICE:412140-202...
Date of Awarding:
Language of publication:
EN
Number of openers:
Two