Scope
Reference
250166
Description
The acquisition of a gravimetric microbalance for accurate measurement of gas uptake, sorption kinetics and thermodynamic sorption profile of a wide variety of materials, both solids and liquids
Total value (estimated)
- £400,000 excluding VAT
- £479,999 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 8 December 2025 to 8 December 2030
- Possible extension to 8 December 2035
- 10 years, 1 day
Description of possible extension:
One-off purchase with 60 months warranty, including maintenance and any associated consumables or ancillary items, with options to extend for a further 60 months or until the end of the equipment's useable life.
Main procurement category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
Contract locations
- UKN06 - Belfast
Submission
Enquiry deadline
3 November 2025, 4:00pm
Tender submission deadline
6 November 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)
1 December 2025
Award criteria
| Name | Description | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Simple description | 1. Mandatory Technical Requirements - PASS/FAIL 2. Desirable Technical Requirements -15% 3. Qualitative Requirements 10% 4. Sustainable Procurement - 5% 5. Price 70% |
Price |
Weighting description
1. Mandatory Technical Requirements - PASS/FAIL
2. Desirable Technical Requirements -15%
3. Qualitative Requirements 10%
4. Sustainable Procurement - 5%
5. Price 70%
Other information
Payment terms
30 days after delivery on receipt of a valid and undisputed invoice.
Description of risks to contract performance
QUB recognises that certain risks associated with the procurement and operation of a Gravimetric Sorption Analyzer are not fully quantifiable at the time of tender. These 'known unknowns' include, but are not limited to, technology evolution, integration challenges, supply chain disruptions, and software lifecycle changes, increased value or scope due to demand requirements. Suppliers are expected to identify any foreseeable risks, propose mitigation strategies, and demonstrate flexibility in addressing emerging issues throughout the contract lifecycle.
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
Documents
Associated tender documents
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Contracting authority
Queen's University Belfast
- Charity Commission for Northern Ireland: 101788
University Rd
Belfast
BT7 1NN
United Kingdom
Email: procurement@qub.ac.uk
Website: http://www.qub.ac.uk
Region: UKN06 - Belfast
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government
Devolved regulations that apply: Northern Ireland