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TED 248749-2026Ireland – Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) – LA3679C - RFT for the Supply, Delivery, Installation and Calibration of a Universal Testing Machine Including Thermal Exposure Equipment for University College Dublin (UCD)

This procurement notice was published by Education Procurement Service (EPS) in Ireland on 2026-04-13. The contract covers Instrumentsservices under CPV classification 38000000, 38500000, and follows a open procedure in accordance with EU Directive 2014/24/EU. The estimated contract value is 440000. The submission deadline is 05/15/2026. This notice is open to all qualified suppliers across EU member states and is sourced directly from TED Europa — the official EU procurement journal.

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Notice ID248749-2026
Submission Deadline05/15/2026
Estimated Value440000
Published2026-04-13
Bid Complexity
Competitive
Procurement Notice Summary
Notice ID248749-2026
Contracting AuthorityEducation Procurement Service (EPS)
CountryIreland (IRL)
SectorInstruments
Estimated Value440000
Submission Deadline05/15/2026
Published2026-04-13
Procedure Typeopen
Notice Typecn-standard
CPV Codes38000000, 38500000, 38970000

Contract Description

University College Dublin requests the supply of a Universal Testing Machine Including Thermal Exposure Equipment capable of tensile and compression testing, with an axial load capacity of up to 600 kN, and a cryogenic chamber (down to -100°C) and high temperature furnace (up to 1000°C).

How to Apply

This Instruments contract is open under an open procedure in accordance with EU Directive 2014/24/EU. Any qualified economic operator established in the EU — including SMEs — may submit a tender directly without prior pre-qualification.

  1. Access the official notice on TED Europa →
  2. Download the procurement documents from the contracting authority's e-procurement portal
  3. Prepare your European Single Procurement Document (ESPD) and technical offer
  4. Submit your bid before 05/15/2026

Contracting Authority

OrganizationEducation Procurement Service (EPS)
CountryIreland (IRL)
Procedure Typeopen
Notice Typecn-standard
Contact Phone061233715

Classification (CPV Codes)

380000003850000038970000

CPV (Common Procurement Vocabulary) codes classify the subject of the contract.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I still bid on tender 248749-2026?

Yes. The submission deadline for notice 248749-2026 is 05/15/2026. This is an open procedure published under EU Directive 2014/24/EU. All qualified suppliers across EU member states may submit a bid via the official TED Europa notice.

Who is the contracting authority for 248749-2026?

The contracting authority is Education Procurement Service (EPS) based in Ireland. Contact email: info@educationprocurementservice.ie.

What is the estimated contract value for this Instruments tender?

The estimated contract value is 440000 (excl. VAT). This is an indicative figure published by the contracting authority in accordance with EU procurement rules.

What procedure type is used for tender 248749-2026?

This tender uses an open procedure. Under an open procedure, any qualified supplier may submit a full bid without pre-qualification — including SMEs.

What sector and CPV codes apply to this notice?

This procurement covers the Instruments sector under CPV codes 38000000, 38500000. It was published by Education Procurement Service (EPS) in Ireland and sourced from TED Europa — the Official Journal of the EU.

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