Procurement of multiparameter sondes

Summary

The tender concerns the procurement of seven mobile multiparameter sondes for the Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research (UFZ) in Magdeburg. The devices are intended for mobile use to monitor water quality up to depths of 100 metres and must include sensors for oxygen saturation/content, chlorophyll and phycocyanin pigments, conductivity, water temperature and depth; must also support an optical nitrate sensor and either a turbidity sensor (90-degree scattering) or a pH sensor. The sondes must feature an automatic cleaning system to prevent biofouling; all seven units must be of the same model. Delivery location: UFZ Magdeburg; the price must cover all costs including delivery and unloading; the system must be CO2-neutral delivery. Bidders may submit questions by 9 Oct 2026 at 10:00, with answers published by 13 Oct 2026; bid submission deadline is 21 Oct 2026 at 10:00; contract validity until 20 Nov 2026; this is not a framework agreement and there will be no lots.