Award

PURCH2494 Provision of a VDS Slide Scanner with maintenance

UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

19 Feb 2025 at 14:56

Tender

16 Sep 2024 at 15:14

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Glasgow has successfully completed the procurement process for the provision of a VDS slide scanner with maintenance, under the title "PURCH2494 Provision of a VDS Slide Scanner with maintenance." This procurement falls within the industry category of scanners (CPV 38520000) and was conducted via an open procedure. The procurement stage is at the award stage, with the contract having been signed on 27th November 2024. The primary location of the procurement is Glasgow, with the procurement covering necessary goods to assist the School of Biodiversity, One Health & Veterinary Medicine (UKM82). The contract, valued at £228,338, was awarded to Carl Zeiss Ltd.

This tender creates significant opportunities for businesses specialising in high-resolution scanning technology and maintenance services. Companies involved in manufacturing and supplying advanced imaging equipment, particularly those that offer comprehensive support and maintenance packages, would find this contract beneficial. The procurement process prioritised technical specifications, PC & software integration, technical service support, and sustainable factors alongside pricing. Carl Zeiss Ltd, a large-scale supplier, has been selected, which sets a benchmark for other businesses aiming to secure future contracts by offering competitive, high-quality, and reliable solutions.

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Notice Title

PURCH2494 Provision of a VDS Slide Scanner with maintenance

Notice Description

Award of PURCH2494 Provision of a VDS Slide Scanner with maintenance.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Award of PURCH2494 Provision of a VDS Slide Scanner with maintenance.

Renewal: Period Of 12 Months with the option to extend for 3 Years

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-049b42
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005889-2025
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

38520000 - Scanners

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£228,338 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Nov 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 1413304113

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

CARL ZEISS

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