An Anechoic Radio Frequency (RF) Chamber
About This Opportunity
This is a supplies contract in the Research sector. Located in Finland, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of EUR 500,000. Proposals must be submitted before August 5, 2026.
Published through TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU), a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for the supply of goods in the Research sector. Supply contracts typically require bidders to demonstrate product compliance with technical specifications, delivery capacity, and relevant certifications. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.
Description
Tampere University (thereinafter also "TAU" or "Contracting Authority" calls for tenders for an Anechoic Radio Frequency (RF) Chamber for Hervanta Campus' Sähkötalo. The procurement concerns an Anechoic RF Chamer (hereinafter referred to as "Chamber") for wireless communication technology, to be integrated into the WICO research environment and primarily used by the Tampere Wireless Research Center. The facility will be used for conducting Over-The-Air (OTA) antenna measurements, supporting advanced research and experimental validation in wireless communications. The chamber will enable research on current and future wireless systems and will further strengthen the existing high-level research in the field. The object of the tender process is described in more detail in the invitation to tender documents. A dedicated space has been allocated for both the chamber and an adjacent control room. Detailed layouts and spatial specifications are provided in the appendices to this tender. In addition, a separate appendix outlines the existing measurement equipment that will be installed and utilized within the new chamber. The chamber will be constructed within the Sähkötalo building, in the F-wing. The chamber is effectively located at the ground-floor level, allowing convenient access through large doors. This facilitates the transportation and installation of sizeable chamber components and measurement equipment. The selected supplier will be required to conduct a site survey promptly after contract signing.
The purpose of the survey is to verify all relevant dimensions, environmental conditions, and technical details necessary for the design and installation of the chamber.
Access to the site during the renovation phase will require coordination with the main construction contractor (details are provided after the contract has been signed). It is expected that participation in a mandatory construction site safety training (approximately one hour) will be required prior to site access. At the time of issuing this tender, the specified area within Sähkötalo is undergoing renovation. The renovation is scheduled for completion by the end of April 2027. Consequently, construction of the anechoic chamber is expected to commence at the beginning May 2027, subject to the completion of renovation works and in the absence of unforeseen delays. The anticipated construction period for the chamber is during spring-summer 2027. Budget Available: Please note maximum budget available for this procurement is no greater than 500.000 € (EUR, excl. VAT).
Data provenance
This notice is sourced from TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU) and was originally published on June 18, 2026. Last refreshed today. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.
About Tampere University Foundation sr
Tampere University Foundation sr has issued 31 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 7 currently open and 15 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Governance & Public Administration, Education & Training, and Research & Innovation. All notices are published for Finland. Notices are distributed via Hilma Finland and TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU). Most recent publication: June 18, 2026.
Frequently asked questions about this tender
Where will the contract be performed?
The contract is for delivery in Finland. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.
How can I submit a bid?
Visit TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU) to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions provided by the contracting authority.
When does this tender close?
The submission deadline is August 5, 2026. You have 41 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.
Who is the contracting authority?
This notice was issued by Tampere University Foundation sr in Finland. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.
What type of contract is this?
This is a Supplies contract in the Research & Innovation sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.
What is the estimated budget?
The estimated contract value is €500,000 - €500,000. Bidders should ensure their proposals are consistent with this range and account for any local taxes and contract execution costs.
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