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Scanning Electron Microscope and Operating System

SCOTTISH POLICE AUTHORITY

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24 Oct 2019 at 00:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Police Authority is seeking suppliers for the procurement of a Scanning Electron Microscope and Operating System, aimed at enhancing forensic services in Scotland. The procurement method is an open procedure, with the tender title being "Scanning Electron Microscope and Operating System." This contract, valued at £290,376.84, is currently active and is designed for the public order and safety industry category. The procurement stage is complete, with the contract having been signed on 1st October 2019, and is intended to help address significant forensic needs, especially in serious crime investigations. The delivery location is specified as within the UK.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in high-value microscopy instrumentation, particularly those capable of offering delivery, installation, and maintenance services for such advanced scientific equipment. Companies with expertise in forensic technology and a strong background in the supply of scientific instruments would be well-suited to compete for similar contracts in the future, ultimately contributing to business growth in the forensic and public safety sectors.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Scanning Electron Microscope and Operating System

Notice Description

Supply, Delivery, Installation and Maintenance of a Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) and Operating System

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Scottish Police Authority , Forensic Services has a requirement to procure a Field Emission Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) for the location and identification of inorganic firearm discharge primer residue. The purchase of a new SEM will ensure sufficient capacity is provided to SPA and Police Scotland. This instrument is of particular use for analysing firearms discharge residue and is therefore used in some of the most serious crimes in Scotland.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000602120
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT370017
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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

38511100 - Scanning electron microscopes

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£290,376 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Oct 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Oct 20196 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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH POLICE AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
sharon.barr@scotland.pnn.police.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1786895911

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G51 1DZ
Post Town
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
Not specified
Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Govan
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow South West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CARL ZEISS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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