Procurement of electronic database SciFinder

Institute of Science and Technology Austria

Published: Dec 16, 2025

Updated: Jun 20, 2026

Source: TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU)

This tender has been awarded

Awarded to Chemical Abstracts Service (CAS), a Divsion of the American Chemical Society — €5,674,855

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About This Opportunity

Procurement of — supply contract awarded in Austria by Institute of Science and Technology Austria. Awarded to Chemical Abstracts Service (CAS) (USD 5.7M).

This is a supplies contract in the information and communication technology and Research sectors, with a focus on Software and Data Analytics. Located in Austria, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums.

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 information and communication technology sector. Supply contracts typically require bidders to demonstrate product compliance with technical specifications, delivery capacity, and relevant certifications. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.

Description

This tender, originating from Austria and published via the TED (Tenders Electronic Daily) platform, seeks the procurement of an electronic database. Specifically, the contracting authority is looking to acquire access to the SciFinder electronic database. SciFinder is a widely recognized and comprehensive chemical information database, essential for research and development in scientific fields, particularly chemistry, life sciences, and related disciplines.

The procurement is for a digital subscription or license to this specialized database, which typically includes access to a vast collection of chemical literature, substance information, reaction data, and patent information. Potential bidders are expected to provide detailed proposals outlining their ability to supply and maintain access to the SciFinder platform.

Typical requirements for such a tender would include demonstrating the capability to provide the most current version of the database, offering flexible licensing models to suit the needs of the contracting authority, and ensuring reliable technical support and training for users. Bidders should also be prepared to detail their experience in supplying similar electronic resources to academic institutions, research organizations, or government bodies. The tender process will likely involve a thorough evaluation of technical specifications, pricing, and the overall value proposition offered by each participant.

This procurement aims to equip the contracting authority with a critical tool for advanced scientific research and innovation.

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU) and was originally published on December 16, 2025. Last refreshed 47 days ago. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About Institute of Science and Technology Austria

Institute of Science and Technology Austria has issued 22 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 3 currently open and 4 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Information & Communication Technology, Research & Innovation, and Architecture & Engineering Services. All notices are published for Austria. Notices are distributed via USP Austria and TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU). Most recent publication: July 31, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

What type of contract is this?

This is a Supplies contract in the Information & Communication Technology sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.

How much was the contract awarded for?

Chemical Abstracts Service (CAS), a Divsion of the American Chemical Society was awarded the contract for €5,674,855. The figure reflects the value disclosed by the contracting authority in the award notice.

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in Austria. 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.

Is this tender still open?

No — the contract has already been awarded to Chemical Abstracts Service (CAS), a Divsion of the American Chemical Society. The award notice is archived on BidsFactory for transparency and market intelligence.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by Institute of Science and Technology Austria in Austria. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.