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Scanning Electron Microscope

ORE CATAPULT

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

04 Feb 2026 at 10:05

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Award

24 Oct 2025 at 15:05

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Award

23 Oct 2025 at 18:05

UK5 - Transparency Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by the Offshore Renewable Energy (ORE) Catapult aimed to enhance their Tribology Lab capabilities through the acquisition of a Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) with energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDX) capabilities. The ORE Catapult, located in Glasgow, United Kingdom, entered into a direct award contract with Joel, a large supplier based in Hertfordshire. This contract falls under the industry category of goods with a focus specifically on scanning electron microscopes. The contract was awarded on 24th October 2025, with the agreement active until 31st March 2026. This procurement process was completed via a direct award method, where the evaluation team obtained and assessed five quotes to ensure the best blend of technical and commercial scores, and the contract was formally signed on 24th October 2025.

This procurement contract presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in high-tech scientific equipment, especially those offering high-resolution imaging and elemental analysis devices. Companies within the laboratory technology and scientific instrumentation sectors are well suited to engage in similar procurements due to the specific technical requirements and expertise needed. Moreover, the direct award method used showcases opportunities for businesses capable of delivering tailored, high-quality solutions promptly, which can stimulate further growth through similar niche contracts in the UK and beyond.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Scanning Electron Microscope

Notice Description

Enhanced Tribology Lab Capabilities: This is a CapEx request for the acquisition of the Scanning Electron Microscope to enhance the diagnostic capabilities of the new Tribology Lab under Materials Service: A SEM-EDX system uniquely combines high-resolution imaging, elemental analysis, and localized surface examination, offering capabilities far beyond conventional microscopy. To view this notice, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=1011717487

Procurement Information

Due to the value 5 quotes were obtained by the evaluation team and scored accordingly. When combining their technical and commercial score gave a most favourable outcome.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d2e6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009796-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

38511100 - Scanning electron microscopes

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£89,603 Under £100K
Contracts Value
£89,603 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
27 Oct 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ORE CATAPULT
Contact Name
Rachel Douglas
Contact Email
procurement@ore.catapult.org.uk
Contact Phone
07879519249

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G1 1RD
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
Not specified
Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

JOEL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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