Ireland – Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) – Supply, Delivery, Installation, Commissioning, Calibration and Validation of a High-Performance X-Ray Diffractometer (XRD), for Tyndall National Institute
This procurement notice was published by University College Cork in Ireland on 2026-11-10. The contract covers Instrumentsservices under CPV classification 38000000, 38100000, and follows a open procedure in accordance with EU Directive 2014/24/EU. The estimated contract value is 548000. The submission deadline is 12/10/2026. This notice is open to all qualified suppliers across EU member states and is sourced directly from TED Europa — the official EU procurement journal.
| Notice ID | 781498-2026 |
| Contracting Authority | University College Cork |
| Country | Ireland (IRL) |
| Sector | Instruments |
| Estimated Value | 548000 |
| Submission Deadline | 12/10/2026 |
| Published | 2026-11-10 |
| Procedure Type | open |
| Notice Type | cn-standard |
| CPV Codes | 38000000, 38100000, 38300000 |
| Submission Languages | English |
| Authority Type | Body Governed by Public Law |
Contract Description
Tenders are sought for the Supply, Delivery and Validation of a High-performance X-Ray Diffractometer (XRD), to University College Cork (UCC). The tool is to be equipped as necessary to be a versatile machine capable of delivering high resolution rocking curves and omega-2Theta scans, reciprocal space maps of semiconductor materials, while also allowing for powder analysis in Bragg-Brentano geometry. For fast data acquisition it must be equipped with appropriate x-ray array camera. Moreover, it needs to be equipped with an environmental chamber allowing for the x-ray diffraction analysis up to at least 1100 degrees. The system should also allow for reflectivity measurements and be equipped with appropriate analysis software for the above measurements.
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.
- Access the official notice on TED Europa →
- Download the procurement documents from the contracting authority's e-procurement portal
- Prepare your European Single Procurement Document (ESPD) and technical offer
- Submit your bid before 12/10/2026
Contracting Authority
Classification (CPV Codes)
CPV (Common Procurement Vocabulary) codes classify the subject of the contract.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I still bid on tender 781498-2026?
Yes. The submission deadline for notice 781498-2026 is 12/10/2026. 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 781498-2026?
The contracting authority is University College Cork based in Ireland. Contact email: procurement@ucc.ie.
What is the estimated contract value for this Instruments tender?
The estimated contract value is 548000 (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 781498-2026?
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, 38100000. It was published by University College Cork in Ireland and sourced from TED Europa — the Official Journal of the EU.