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PURCH2484 Provision of Electron Beam Evaporation Tool for Deposition of Metals

UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

28 Nov 2025 at 11:46

Tender

18 Mar 2025 at 16:10

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Glasgow has recently completed the procurement process for the provision of an Electron Beam Evaporation Tool for the deposition of metals, under the tender reference PURCH2484. The procurement falls under the category of Laboratory, Optical, and Precision Equipment, further highlighting the focus on goods within this industry. The contract, valued at 419,000 GBP, was awarded to Ferrotec USA Corporation on 18th September 2025. The primary location for the delivery is in Glasgow, Scotland, identified by the region code UKM82. The procurement followed an open procedure, ensuring a fair and transparent bidding process, with a total of four bids received, all of which were non-EU foreign bids.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses that specialise in precision equipment and technological solutions, particularly those having capabilities in the supply of advanced laboratory equipment. Companies involved in high-tech manufacturing and supply chain services could benefit from pursuing such contracts, as they involve engaging with reputable academic institutions like the University of Glasgow. While Ferrotec USA Corporation was the successful bidder in this instance, the structured evaluation criteria—emphasising quality and competitive pricing—indicate that there is room for both large and smaller enterprises to compete, particularly those that can offer innovative solutions or cost efficiencies. The University also places a strong emphasis on community benefits, suggesting that companies with aligned social policies may have a competitive edge in future tenders.

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Notice Title

PURCH2484 Provision of Electron Beam Evaporation Tool for Deposition of Metals

Notice Description

Award of PURCH2484 Provision of Electron Beam Evaporation Tool for Deposition of Metals

Lot Information

Lot 1

Award of PURCH2484 Provision of Electron Beam Evaporation Tool for Deposition of Metals

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04eea8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/078029-2025
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

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£419,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Nov 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
22 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Sep 20255 months 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
Emma Fleck
Contact Email
emma.fleck@glasgow.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1413306639

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

FERROTEC USA

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