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08 May 2026 at 15:46

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Glasgow is currently in the tender stage of its procurement process titled "PURCH2854 Provision of Direct Write Laser Lithography Tool." This initiative falls under the laboratory, optical, and precision equipment industry category, specifically excluding glasses. The procurement is located in Glasgow, United Kingdom, with a deadline for tender submissions by 12:00 PM on 9th June 2026. The procurement process is being conducted through a competitive procedure with negotiation as per Regulation 30 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015. Interested suppliers must ensure submissions are made electronically via the Public Contracts Scotland website to meet the specified deadline.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for companies specialising in precision laboratory and optical equipment. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs), as well as businesses focused on community benefits such as employment and training opportunities, will find this tender aligns with their capacities and values. The University of Glasgow is seeking to partner with suppliers who can contribute positively to local employment and up-skilling, making this an appealing proposition for organisations dedicated to producing substantial community impacts. Additionally, engaging in this tender process can strengthen a company's presence in the educational and public sector markets within the UK.

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Notice Title

PURCH2854 Provision of Direct Write Laser Lithography Tool

Notice Description

PURCH2854 Provision of Direct Write Laser Lithography 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

PURCH2854 Provision of Direct Write Laser Lithography 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 Direct Write Laser Lithography Tool. Please refer to the PURCH2854 - 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.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0694ff
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042657-2026
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

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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