Engineering services

Bio Base Europe Pilot Plant (BBEPP)

Belgium

Service ID:

EP241S2
Service description

Leveraging its precision fermentation expertise, BBEPP can support the design of precision fermentation installations. This requires careful balancing of the necessary sterility and hygiene requirements with the investment cost. Bio Base Europe Pilot Plant brings together decades of experience in designing advanced, multi-purpose state-of-the-art fermentation units. BBEPP applies a result-driven approach combined with solid knowledge of scale-up and biotechnology. By fully understanding the process (through a previous service project, see first service offer), BBEPP can design a tailor-made installation so that the customer only builds and pays for what is needed. This service specifically targets EIC beneficiaries that reached the higher TRL scale of precision fermentation processes and are ready to think of own CAPEX investments. A project consists of multiple phases: 1) feasibility study, 2) basic engineering, 3) detailed engineering, 4) implementation, 5) commissioning and delivery. For each phase, BBEPP offers consulting services (PMC) and engineering services (EPC).

Sector
Biotechnology
Food
Technology Readiness Level
TRL 6 – Technology demonstrated in relevant environment
TRL 7 – System prototype demonstration in operational environment
TRL 8 – System complete and qualified
Financial requirements

A project consists of multiple phases: 
1) concept/feasibility study (FEL1-FEL2, average cost: €30000 for 75 m³ fermentation line), 
2) basic engineering (FEL3, average cost: €100,000 for 75 m³ fermentation line), 
3) detailed engineering (average cost: €200,000 for 75 m³ fermentation line), 
4) implementation (average cost: €150,000 for 75 m³ fermentation line), 
5) commissioning (average cost: €75,000 for 75 m³ fermentation line) and 
6) troubleshooting (average cost: €10,000 for first problem analysis and high-level solution proposal (highly dependent on plant complexity).

For each phase, BBEPP offers consulting services (PMC) and engineering services (EPC). Cost is defined depending on the support/phase needed. A tailor-made quote can be provided when more project details are defined. The total cost will vary depending on the request for additional equipment, deliverables, 3D design creation, travel and hotel costs, etc.

i

Are you in doubt if this is the right service for you, or do you want to get more information about the service? Get in touch with the EIC Partner providing this service through this query form!

i

Is this the service you are looking for? If so, you can apply to the service through EIC ACCESS+! Eligible applicants can also get co-funding through the EIC ACCESS+ initiative. Find out more on the project webiste.

Receive up to €60,000 in grants, covering up to 50% of the costs, to access specialised services from the EIC Service Catalogue. Learn more on the EIC ACCESS+ website.