This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

20 Nov 2020 at 00:00

Tender

24 Oct 2019 at 01:00

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Glasgow, a public authority in the education sector, is currently engaged in a procurement process for the supply of mirror blanks aimed at upgrading gravitational wave detectors operated by LIGO in the United States. The procurement method utilised is an open procedure, and the associated tender was awarded on 20 November 2020. The contract with a value of £71,000 was officially signed on 5 February 2020. This process is classified under services, specifically involving technical specifications critical for the project's success.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the optics and precision engineering sectors, particularly those capable of manufacturing specialised materials required for advanced scientific instruments. Companies with a strong focus on innovation and quality, as well as those who can meet the specific technical and insurance criteria outlined in the tender, would be well-positioned to compete in similar future contracts. Engaging with public tenders like this not only boosts profitability but can also enhance a firm's reputation within the industry.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Mirror blanks to form core optics to allow upgrading of the gravitational wave detectors

Notice Description

Award of PURCH1751 Provision of mirror blanks to form core optics to allow upgrading of the gravitational wave detectors built and operated by LIGO laboratory in the US.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Award of PURCH1751 Provision of mirror blanks to form core optics to allow upgrading of the gravitational wave detectors built and operated by LIGO laboratory in the US.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000602022
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV400270
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71350000 - Engineering-related scientific and technical services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£71,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Nov 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
25 Nov 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Feb 20206 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
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
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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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Heraeus Quarzglas

Further Information

Notice Documents

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