This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Glasgow has awarded a contract for the provision of a slide scanner and associated software under procurement reference PURCH1573. The contract was signed on 16 May 2018 and is currently active, with a total value of £139,855. This procurement falls under goods in the education sector, specifically for items classified under CPV code 38520000, and delivery is to be made to Glasgow. The procurement process followed an open procedure, with bids submitted electronically by the deadline of 14 March 2018.

This contract presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment and software solutions, particularly those focused on medical or educational technologies. Companies that can supply high-quality digital imaging systems for histological applications will be well-positioned to compete for similar tenders in the future. Furthermore, vendors should be prepared to meet rigorous insurance and support requirements as stipulated in the tender conditions.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Award for PURCH1573 Provision of a Slide scanner and associated software

Notice Description

Award notice for PURCH1573 Provision of a Slide scanner and associated software.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Award notice for PURCH1573 Provision of a Slide scanner and associated software.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000532161
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL324137
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

38520000 - Scanners

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£139,855 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Jul 20188 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Mar 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 May 20188 years ago
Contract Period
2 Apr 2018 - 31 Dec 2018 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
University of Glasgow
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Hillhead
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

Leica-Microsystems

University of Glasgow

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

View full OCDS Record for this contracting process

JSON Markdown

The Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS) is a framework designed to increase transparency and access to public procurement data in the public sector. It is widely used by governments and organisations worldwide to report on procurement processes and contracts.

Loading OCDS record...