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PURCH2379 PROVISION OF A (SCANNING) TRANSMISSION ELECTRON MICROSCOPE

UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

23 Oct 2024 at 09:13

TenderUpdate

28 Jun 2024 at 11:24

TenderUpdate

03 Jun 2024 at 09:41

Tender

21 May 2024 at 13:58

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Glasgow has completed a procurement process titled "PURCH2379 PROVISION OF A (SCANNING) TRANSMISSION ELECTRON MICROSCOPE" within the category of microscopes (CPV: 38510000). This procurement, utilising the open procedure, falls under the "goods" procurement category. The electron microscope is intended to enhance the capabilities of the Kelvin Nanocharacterisation Centre in Glasgow, UK (postcode G12 8QQ). The contract was awarded to FEI UK Ltd for £3,920,724 on 3 October 2024. Key evaluation criteria included technical specification (55%), delivery, installation, acceptance and support (15%), and price (30%). The procurement covered by the GPA spanned from initial tendering stages up to the award completion on 23 October 2024.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses in the high-technology and scientific equipment industries, particularly those specialising in electron microscopy and similar instrumentation. SMEs with robust capabilities in providing and supporting advanced scientific equipment were well-suited for this contract, as evidenced by the successful bid from FEI UK Ltd. The University of Glasgow's emphasis on community benefits—such as employment and training opportunities, supply-chain development and educational support—highlights the broader socio-economic potential for businesses looking to align with such public projects. This contract not only supports advanced research but also offers a significant platform for businesses to demonstrate technical excellence and community engagement.

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Notice Title

PURCH2379 PROVISION OF A (SCANNING) TRANSMISSION ELECTRON MICROSCOPE

Notice Description

AWARD FOR PURCH2379 PROVISION OF A (SCANNING) TRANSMISSION ELECTRON MICROSCOPE

Lot Information

Lot 1

AWARD OF PURCH2379 PROVISION OF A (SCANNING) TRANSMISSION ELECTRON MICROSCOPE

Renewal: Fixed term period of 2 years with an extension period of 3 x 12 months.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-046950
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034262-2024
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)


CPV Codes

38510000 - Microscopes

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£3,920,724 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 Jun 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Oct 20241 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW
Contact Name
Elizabeth McLaughlin
Contact Email
elizabeth.mclaughlin@glasgow.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1413306613

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G12 8QQ
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM82 Glasgow City

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Hillhead
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FEI

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