French INSERM ZEFIX Platform Medical Equipment Tender

I. Basic Points

Tender Type: Procurement.

Project Name: Procurement of Equipment for the ZEFIX Platform - Phase 1.

Procurement Method: Open Tender.

CPV Codes: 31000000 Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting; 38510000 Microscopes; 33110000 Imaging equipment for medical, dental and veterinary use; 33169100 Surgical lasers; 42912300 Water filtration or purification machinery and apparatus; 33100000 Medical equipments.

Project Description: The purpose of this contract is to procure scientific instruments and equipment for the four existing platforms of the ZEFIX platform as well as for the new platform ZEBRA4CURE. This includes procurement, delivery, installation, commissioning, user training, and a two-year (2 years) manufacturer's warranty.

Scope of Supply: A total of 9 equipment lots, including procurement, delivery, installation, commissioning, user training, and warranty.

II. Technical Requirements

Warranty Period: Two-year (2 years) manufacturer's warranty.

Training Service Requirements: Provision of equipment usage training.

Installation Requirements: Includes installation and commissioning.

III. Item Details

Item Name: Autonomous Breeding Systems for Zebrafish and Gray Catfish.

Quantity: 2 sets (1 set for zebrafish system, 1 set for gray catfish semi-closed recirculation system).

Remarks: Mandatory site visits are required for Lot 1 and Lot 8. Site visit times for Lot 1 and Lot 8: Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 14:00; Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 09:30. Site visit time for Lot 1: Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 15:30; Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 11:00.

Item Name: Microinjection Workstation.

Quantity: 3 complete workstations and 1 separate microinjector.

Remarks: This lot may include additional services.

Item Name: Temperature-controlled Cabinet for Temporary Rearing of Zebrafish Embryos/Larvae.

Quantity: 2 units.

Item Name: Automated System for Zebrafish Larva Manipulation and Imaging.

Quantity: 1 set.

Item Name: Automated Video Analysis System for Zebrafish Larva Cardiovascular Function.

Quantity: 1 set.

Item Name: Automated System for Zebrafish Behavior Tracking and Analysis.

Quantity: 1 set (covering embryo/larval and adult stages).

Remarks: This lot may include additional services.

Item Name: Fish Locomotion Analysis Equipment.

Quantity: 1 set (capable of moving in ground, terrestrial, or aquatic environments).

Item Name: Reverse Osmosis Station.

Quantity: 1 set.

Remarks: Mandatory site visit required.

Item Name: High-Performance Fluorescence Stereomicroscope.

Quantity: 1 unit (for observation, manipulation, and imaging of zebrafish larvae).

IV. Implementation Conditions

Contract Duration: 30 months.

V. Contract Information

Contract Type: Non-renewable contract.

Payment Method: Refer to tender documents for details.

Subcontracting Allowed: Yes, but a single bidder can bid for a maximum of 9 lots and can be awarded contracts for a maximum of 9 lots.

VI. Bidding Requirements

Bid Language: French.

Bid Submission Method: Electronic bidding.

VII. Bid Evaluation Rules

Evaluation Method: Evaluation criteria are defined in the tender rules, using the comprehensive scoring method.

VIII. Key Dates

Bid Submission Deadline: April 20, 2026, 12:00:00 (UTC+01:00).

Bid Opening Time: Same as above.

Tender Document Access Address: https://www.marches-publics.gouv.fr.

Bid Validity Period: 120 days.

Site Visit Dates: Site visits for Lot 1 and Lot 8 will be conducted on March 26 and March 31, 2026, respectively.

IX. Other Information

Project Funding: Fully or partially funded by EU funds.

Applicable Agreement: Subject to the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA).

SME Applicability: Suitable for participation by small and medium-sized enterprises.