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Award

07 May 2026 at 16:23

Tender

07 May 2026 at 14:59

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Glasgow, a recognised Scottish public authority, is currently in the tender stage for the provision of a Chemical Mechanical Polishing Tool under the contract ID PURCH2860. This procurement, located in Glasgow (UKM82), falls under the industry category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. It uses a Competitive Procedure with Negotiation and aligns with Regulation 30 of the PC(S)R 2015. Key dates include an invitation to the second stage on 8th June 2026. The tender period ends at noon on the same date. The procurement process specifies technical and price criteria, aiming for efficiency in evaluating supplier responses.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in precision equipment, particularly those experienced in supplying to educational institutions. Businesses with capabilities in fulfilling technical specifications, delivering high-quality installation, and providing robust warranty services are well-suited to compete. The University of Glasgow encourages bids from organisations committed to community benefits, including SMEs and enterprises focusing on vocational training and supply-chain development. The contract could offer growth through extended collaboration, with an initial agreement for 12 months and optional extensions for up to 24 further months.

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Notice Title

PURCH2860 Provision of Chemical Mechanical Polishing Tool

Notice Description

PURCH2860 Provision of Chemical Mechanical Polishing Tool

Lot Information

Lot 1

Provision of Contract Agreement for the Provision of Chemical Mechanical Polishing Tool for a Minimum Period of 12 Months with the Option to Extend for Two Further Periods of up to 12 Months The University has a requirement for an electroplating system which shall be a fully enclosed, floor-standing tool designed for electrolytic copper deposition on 200 mm wafers for R&D and pilot-scale manufacturing. Please refer to the 'PURCH2860 - Schedule 1A - ITT' for further details and specification This procurement process is being conducted using the Competitive Procedure with Negotiation (CPN) in accordance with the requirements of Regulation 30 of the PC(S)R 2015. Although this procurement is being conducted under the Competitive Procedure with Negotiation (CPN), it is structured differently from a typical CPN process. This approach has been adopted to enhance the efficiency of evaluating supplier responses across both stages (SPD and ITT).

Renewal: 2 x 12 month extensions

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0693a0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042122-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive procedure with negotiation
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 May 20264 months ago
Submission Deadline
8 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Cancelled
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Unsuccessful
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
University of Glasgow
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G12 8QQ
Postcode Area
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

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