Scope
Reference
250138
Description
Queen's University of Belfast wishes to procure a High-Resolution X ray micro-Computed Tomography System for the 3D non-destructive imaging of a wide range of advanced materials. Materials of interest range in density and include, but are not limited to: CFRP laminates, glass fibre composites, foam cored structures, aluminium alloys, steels, nimonic alloys, titanium alloys, and inconel.
Total value (estimated)
- £625,000 excluding VAT
- £750,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 13 October 2025 to 13 October 2027
- Possible extension to 13 October 2037
- 12 years, 1 day
Description of possible extension:
Options to extend maintenance beyond this period for a further period of up to 10 years or the useful life of the equipment.
Options
The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid.
Optional modular add-ons may be purchased subject to requirement and funding availability.
Main procurement category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 38582000 - X-ray inspection equipment
Contract locations
- UKN - Northern Ireland
Submission
Enquiry deadline
18 July 2025, 4:00pm
Tender submission deadline
31 July 2025, 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)
13 October 2025
Award criteria
| Name | Type |
|---|---|
| Price | Price |
Weighting description
Full details of the award criteria and weightings are contained within the tender response pack. Mandatory Technical Requirements, Desirable Technical Requirements, Support Services, Sustainable Procurement, Extended Warranty & Price
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Documents
Associated tender documents
https://in-tendhost.co.uk/queensuniversitybelfast/aspx/Home
Suppliers wishing to express an interest and participate in this tender must register at this address and download the documentation.
Contracting authority
Queen's University Belfast
- Charity Commission for Northern Ireland: 101788
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PMQQ-8477-XTZM
University Rd
Belfast
BT7 1NN
United Kingdom
Email: procurement@qub.ac.uk
Region: UKN06 - Belfast
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government
Devolved regulations that apply: Northern Ireland