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PURCH2647 Provision of Contract Agreement for the purchase of a Benchtop MALDI-TOF Mass Spectrometer

UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW

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Award

17 Jun 2025 at 10:46

Tender

02 May 2025 at 08:20

TenderUpdate

02 May 2025 at 08:20

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Glasgow has completed the procurement process for the purchase of a Benchtop MALDI-TOF Mass Spectrometer, awarded to Shimadzu UK Ltd. This contract falls within the "Laboratory, optical and precision equipments" category, under the main procurement category of goods. The procurement was conducted through an open procedure, adhering to the open public procurement method, and is covered by the GPA. The contract is situated in Glasgow, United Kingdom, specifically in the UKM82 region. The process concluded with a contract signed on 16th June 2025, marking the award stage's completion. The procurement offers a base warranty period of 12 months with possible extensions, reflecting a focus on sustained equipment support.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities, particularly for companies specialising in laboratory and precision equipment production. For small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in providing innovative and reliable scientific instruments, such contracts can pave the way for establishing long-term relationships with prestigious academic institutions like the University of Glasgow. Enterprises not only benefit from an immediate revenue boost but also from potential future collaborations on equipment maintenance and upgrades, given the contract's optional extension features. Consequently, such opportunities are optimal for businesses looking to expand their footprint in the educational and scientific sectors.

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Notice Title

PURCH2647 Provision of Contract Agreement for the purchase of a Benchtop MALDI-TOF Mass Spectrometer

Notice Description

Award of PURCH2647 Provision of Contract Agreement for the purchase of a Benchtop MALDI-TOF Mass Spectrometer

Lot Information

Lot 1

Award of PURCH2647 Provision of Contract Agreement for the purchase of a Benchtop MALDI-TOF Mass Spectrometer

Renewal: Fixed period of 12 months warranty as a minimum, with the option to extend for 4 x 12 months for maintenance

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04fd50
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032884-2025
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
SME

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
£228,375 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Jun 20258 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

SHIMADZU

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