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Summary of the contracting process

Heriot-Watt University is currently engaged in a procurement process to acquire a Scanning Electron Microscope with Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy (EDS). This project falls under the education sector and is located at the university's Riccarton campus in Edinburgh, UK. The procurement method selected is an open procedure, and the tender was initiated on 30th July 2020, with the submission deadline for bids set for 4th September 2020. The selection criteria prioritised technical capabilities and included a minimum turnover requirement of £280,000 for potential contractors over the last two years.

This tender represents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in scientific equipment, particularly those focusing on advanced microscopy solutions. Suppliers experienced in delivering sophisticated imaging systems suitable for educational institutions, especially those with a strong track record in the medical device development field, are encouraged to participate. Additionally, companies that can meet the specified insurance and financial requirements, along with the technical standards outlined, stand to benefit from this contract, thus expanding their market presence and reinforcing their capabilities in the academic sector.

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Notice Title

Scanning Electron Microscope with Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy

Notice Description

The University is seeking a Contractor to supply, deliver and install a Scanning Electron Microscope [SEM] with Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy [EDS]. The system should be capable of being operated by non-specialist microscopists (research associates and PhD students) for general work associated with medical device development.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The University is seeking a Contractor to supply, deliver and install a Scanning Electron Microscope [SEM] with Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy [EDS]. The system should be capable of being operated by non-specialist microscopists (research associates and PhD students) for general work associated with medical device development.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000626904
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV398809
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
SME

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
4 Nov 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 Sep 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Nov 20205 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
Heriot-Watt University
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
RICCARTON, EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH14 4AP
Postcode Area
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM75 City of Edinburgh

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Pentland Hills
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh South West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TESCAN-UK Ltd.

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL391515
    Scanning Electron Microscope with Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy - The University is seeking a Contractor to supply, deliver and install a Scanning Electron Microscope [SEM] with Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy [EDS]. The system should be capable of being operated by non-specialist microscopists (research associates and PhD students) for general work associated with medical device development.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV398809
    Scanning Electron Microscope with Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy - The University is seeking a Contractor to supply, deliver and install a Scanning Electron Microscope [SEM] with Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy [EDS]. The system should be capable of being operated by non-specialist microscopists (research associates and PhD students) for general work associated with medical device development.

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