The Norwegian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Authority (DSA) has operational duties within nuclear and radiological emergency preparedness in Norway. In addition, the DSA is also a part of IAEA’s response and assistance network RANET, with exercises and assignments internationally. One of the most important analytical methods in nuclear and radiological emergency preparedness is high-resolution gamma spectrometry with HPGe detectors, where one out of the energy spectrum from the detector can identify and quantify gamma-emitting radionuclides. In a nuclear or radiological emergency or incident it is important to be able to transport measuring equipment to the location and under field conditions quickly to perform gamma spectrometric measurements with or without an external power source. It has to be possible to do the measurements outdoors and in the climate prevailing in Norway. The instrument (and supplied batteries) has to be approved for transportation by air both nationally and internationally.
There is a large variety in geometry of samples or objects that might be analyzed. It is therefore a requirement that the detector is prepared for mathematical efficiency calibration. The detectors must be delivered complete with spectrum analysis software.
To strengthen our capabilities in high resolution gamma spectrometry for nuclear or radiological emergency preparedness purposes, we will acquire 1 portable electric cooled HPGe detector (with option for 2 more) for field measurements.Hovedtrekkene i prosedyrenTo strengthen our capabilities in high resolution gamma spectrometry for nuclear or radiological emergency preparedness purposesFinancial FrameworkThe contracting authority has set an upper financial limit of NOK 2,000,000 excluding VAT for the purchase of the HPGe detector. If the offered total price exceeds this financial limit, the contracting authority reserves the right to reject the supplier. The maximum contract value including options is set at NOK 6,500,000 excluding VAT.
OptionsThe contracting authority has an option to purchase up to two portable electric cooled HPGe detectors. The option is valid until 31 December 2029.
The exercise of the option will depend on both the need and the allocation of budgetary funds., we will acquire 1 portable electric cooled HPGe detector (with option for 2 more) for field measurements.