Award

Modular Ultra High Vacuum Chambers for Laser beamline_NCA

HERIOT-WATT UNIVERSITY

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30 Sep 2021 at 00:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves Heriot-Watt University, based in Riccarton, Edinburgh, who has awarded a contract for "Modular Ultra High Vacuum Chambers for Laser beamline_NCA". This project falls within the education sector and was executed through an open procurement method. The contract, valued at £59,955, was signed on 30th September 2021 and is aimed at acquiring bespoke equipment essential for research purposes, specifically tailored vacuum chambers that are not available from other suppliers due to their unique specifications.

This invitation to tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in custom manufacturing of high-tech equipment, particularly those focusing on vacuum technology. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in creating bespoke solutions for research institutions would be particularly well-suited to participate in similar future tenders. The project highlights the potential for suppliers to engage with educational organisations, leveraging their innovation capabilities to drive business growth in specialised markets.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Modular Ultra High Vacuum Chambers for Laser beamline_NCA

Notice Description

Purchase of modular ultra high vacuum chambers for laser beamline system

Lot Information

Lot 1

Under Regulation Reg 6(1)(b)(ii) of the Procurement (Scotland) Regulations 2016, a contracting authority may award a contract without competition based on the following justification: Competition is absent for technical reasons (only if it is not caused by artificial narrowing down of the parameters of the procurement and no reasonable alternative or substitute exists) Explanation: This purchase is for bespoke designed,manufactured and cleaned ultra high vacuum chambers for a laser beamline system and there are no other suppliers available in the market to supply this type of equipment in the form factor required. The principal purpose of the contract is to acquire goods in connection with research undertaken by the University.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000668844
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP429101
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
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
£59,955 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Sep 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Sep 20214 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
HERIOT-WATT UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Richard Kinghorn
Contact Email
r.g.kinghorn@hw.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1314513704

Buyer Location

Locality
RICCARTON, EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH14 4AP
Post Town
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

KURT J LESKER

Further Information

Notice Documents

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