Summary of the contracting process

The University of Glasgow is seeking suppliers for a framework agreement concerning the provision of precious metals used in nanofabrication evaporator tools (tender reference: PURCH2578). This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically related minerals, precious metals and associated products. The location for delivery is in regional UKM82, Glasgow. The tender is currently in the active stage with proposals to be submitted electronically by 7th April 2025, 12:00 PM BST. The procurement method is an open procedure, and the contract period is set for four years with an option to extend for an additional 12 months.

This tender presents a significant business opportunity for companies engaged in the supply of high-quality precious metals, ideal for firms with capabilities in providing materials with specific physical characteristics vital to advanced research projects. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and companies focused on employment, training, and community initiatives will find this process particularly beneficial. Furthermore, the emphasis on scrap metal recovery and technical specification compliance ensures that companies with strong recycling policies and robust quality assurance processes will have an advantage. Businesses willing to engage in community benefits and building local supply chains stand to fit well within the scope of this procurement.

Tender

PURCH2578 Purchase of Precious Metals for use in Nanofabrication Evaporator Tools

UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

5th March 2025 09:06:23 AM

Tender Deadline

7th April 2025 11:00:00 AM Expired
Contract Summary

PURCH2578 Purchase of Precious Metals for use in Nanofabrication Evaporator Tools Tender documents available from Public Contracts Scotland. Tender returns should be submitted via Public Contracts Scotland, no paper copies will be accepted. Should paper tenders be submitted, they will be rejected. Further to this any questions or communications regarding individual tender exercises must be sent via the Public Contracts Scotland Portal. Tender queries received through any other channel will not be answered. Should users of Public Contracts Scotland have any problems with the web site they should contact website Support Desk, contact details can be found by following the ‘Contact Us’ option on the left hand menu at http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/default.aspx
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-h6vhtk-04e990

Publication Source

Find a Tender Service

Procurement Stage

Tender

Procurement Method

Open

Procurement Method Details

Open Procedure

Procurement Category

Goods

Tender Suitability

Framework / DPS

Framework
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

14523000

CPV Division(s)

14 - Mining, basic metals and related products
Awarding Authority

UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW

Buyer Name

Emma Fleck

Buyer Email

Emma.Fleck@glasgow.ac.uk

Buyer Phone

+44 1413306639

Buyer Address

Procurement Office, Tay House

Glasgow

G12 8QQ

United Kingdom

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PURCH2578 Purchase of Precious Metals for use in Nanofabrication Evaporator Tools

UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW

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