Scope
Reference
260001
Description
Queen's University wish to procure 3 large-format, high-cadence cameras to be installed onto the Daniel K Inouye Solar Telescope based in Hawaii for the purposes of scientific research. The cameras will cover a large field of view at the telescope diffraction limit.
Total value (estimated)
- £370,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 16 March 2026 to 16 March 2027
- 1 year, 1 day
Main procurement category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 38630000 - Astronomical and optical instruments
- 38651100 - Camera lenses
- 38651200 - Camera bodies
- 38651600 - Digital cameras
Contract locations
- UKN06 - Belfast
Submission
Enquiry deadline
11 February 2026, 11:59pm
Tender submission deadline
16 February 2026, 4:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
23 February 2026
Award criteria
| Name | Description | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Simple description | Mandatory Technical Requirements - Pass/Fail Desirable Technical Characteristics - 20% Sustainable Procurement - 5% Price - 75% |
Price |
Weighting description
Mandatory Technical Requirements - Pass/Fail
Desirable Technical Characteristics - 20%
Sustainable Procurement - 5%
Price - 75%
Other information
Payment terms
30 days after delivery on receipt of a valid and undisputed invoice.
Description of risks to contract performance
Whilst it is not possible at this stage to fully anticipate the nature or extent of future
developments or integration requirements, nor to determine their potential impact on
contract performance, QUB recognises that such changes may arise over the course of
the contract. Accordingly, it is acknowledged that these circumstances may necessitate a
modification of the contract to appropriately address and accommodate any emerging
risks or requirements.
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Contracting authority
Queen's University Belfast
- Charity Commission for Northern Ireland: 101788
University Rd
Belfast
BT7 1NN
United Kingdom
Region: UKN06 - Belfast
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government
Devolved regulations that apply: Northern Ireland