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PURCH2932 Provision of Laser Drilling and Patterning System

University of Glasgow

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01 Jul 2026 at 15:06

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Glasgow is currently in the tender stage for the procurement of a laser drilling and patterning system titled "PURCH2932". This process falls under the goods category in the laboratory, optical, and precision equipment industry, specifically related to high-precision, non-contact manufacturing solutions for the creation of complex vias and microfluidic structures on glass substrates. Located in Glasgow, this procurement follows a competitive procedure with negotiation, aiming to enhance the efficiency of supplier evaluation across both stages, namely Supplier Questionnaire (SPD) and Invitation to Tender (ITT). Interested suppliers must submit their electronic responses via the Public Contracts Scotland portal by the 31st of July, 2026, at 12:00 PM. Additional details include insurance and financial requirements, along with the commitment to community benefits such as employment and training opportunities for priority groups.

This tender provides numerous opportunities for business growth, particularly for companies specialising in precision manufacturing technologies and laser systems. Businesses with strong community engagement policies, experience in supply-chain development, and capacity-building in community organisations may find this procurement beneficial. Moreover, companies that can offer employment and training initiatives are encouraged to apply, as these align with the University of Glasgow's commitment to community benefits. The procurement offers a fixed 12-month contract period with the possibility of extending for two further 12-month terms, making it an attractive engagement for businesses aiming to establish long-term collaborations with a prestigious education institution.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PURCH2932 Provision of Laser Drilling and Patterning System

Notice Description

PURCH2932 Provision of Laser Drilling and Patterning System 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

PURCH2932 Provision of Laser Drilling and Patterning System The University wishes to procure a laser drilling and patterning system. The proposed laser selective etching system shall provide a high-precision, non-contact manufacturing solution for the fabrication of complex vias and microfluidic structures into glass substrates. 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). Please refer to the PURCH2932 - Schedule 1A - ITT document for additional information and specification.

Renewal: Fixed period of 12 months with option to extend for 2 x 12 months.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c188
Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061849-2026
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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
1 Jul 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 Jul 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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