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Purchase of a microscopy fourier transform infrared (FTIR) system

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

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Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government is currently overseeing the procurement process for the purchase of a microscopy Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) system, aimed at supporting Marine Scotland's requirements. This open tender process is categorised under goods and is taking place in the UK, with specific delivery to the Marine Laboratory located at 375 Victoria Road, Torry, Aberdeen, AB11 9DB. The notable dates include the tender period, which concluded on 19 July 2021, and the contract was signed on 23 September 2021, with a total value of £53,781.28.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in scientific equipment, particularly those that can provide advanced microscopy systems. Companies that are well-positioned to compete include large-scale suppliers like Thermo Fisher Scientific, which has already been awarded the contract. Businesses that can demonstrate a strong understanding of FTIR technology and provide robust solutions in this field would be ideal candidates to engage in similar future tenders.

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Notice Title

Purchase of a microscopy fourier transform infrared (FTIR) system

Notice Description

Marine Scotland has a requirement to place a contract with an external service provider for the provision of Purchase of a microscopy fourier transform infrared (FTIR) system.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Marine Scotland has a requirement to place a contract with an external service provider for the provision of Purchase of a microscopy fourier transform infrared (FTIR) system

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000658129
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB440939
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

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

34930000 - Marine equipment

38510000 - Microscopes

73112000 - Marine research services

98360000 - Marine services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£75,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£75,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£53,781 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Feb 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Jul 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Sep 20214 years ago
Contract Period
22 Sep 2021 - 26 Nov 2021 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT
Contact Name
Laury-Anne Boschman
Contact Email
laury-anne.boschman@gov.scot, sophie.stark@gov.scot
Contact Phone
+44 131247556, +44 7584143578

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH6 6QQ
Post Town
Edinburgh
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
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THERMO FISHER SCIENTIFIC

Further Information

Notice Documents

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