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PURCH2924 Provision of General Purpose Sputtering Tool

University of Glasgow

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08 May 2026 at 15:11

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Glasgow has issued a tender titled "PURCH2924 Provision of General Purpose Sputtering Tool," centred on laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. This tender is part of a competitive procedure with negotiation under the EU legislative framework. Interested suppliers are invited to submit electronic responses by 9th June 2026, at 12:00 PM, with the process primarily facilitated through the Public Contracts Scotland portal. This procurement is in the Tender stage and seeks proposals for the delivery location of Glasgow. The tool to be procured will be used for material deposition, with the contracting authority being a public sector body committed to incorporating community benefits such as vocational training and employment opportunities for priority groups.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in the manufacturing and supply of laboratory equipment, particularly those capable of providing advanced sputtering tools. With procurement based on quality and price criteria—weighted at 43% for technical specifications and 50% for pricing—businesses with strong technical capabilities and competitive pricing can significantly benefit. It suits firms prepared to engage in a comprehensive competitive process, which requires meeting insurance requirements and financial turnover criteria. The emphasis on community benefits aligns the tender with businesses prioritising social value in their operations, further enhancing prospects for SMEs and third-sector organisations, particularly those with innovative approaches to supply-chain development and community engagement.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PURCH2924 Provision of General Purpose Sputtering Tool

Notice Description

PURCH2924 Provision of General Purpose Sputtering Tool 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

Lot Information

Lot 1

PURCH2924 Provision of General Purpose Sputtering Tool 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). The University of Glasgow wishes to procure a tool for deposition of a range of materials. Please refer to the PURCH2924 - Schedule 1A - ITT document for additional information and specification.

Renewal: A minimum period of 12 months warranty with the option to extend for two further periods of up to 12 months.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0694e6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042619-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

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

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

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

Further Information

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