Award

Low-Temperature Scanning Quantum Magnetometer

HERIOT-WATT UNIVERSITY

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

21 Feb 2022 at 00:00

Tender

22 Dec 2021 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves Heriot-Watt University, based in Riccarton, Edinburgh, seeking a contractor to supply, deliver, and install a Low-Temperature Scanning Quantum Magnetometer for its School of Engineering and Physical Sciences. The tender is currently in the award stage, having been completed on 21 February 2022. The procurement operates under an open procedure and falls under the goods category, with critical deadlines previously set for submission on 25 January 2022.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in scientific equipment and technology to expand their portfolios. Companies with expertise in the supply and installation of advanced instrumentation are particularly well-suited to compete, especially those who can demonstrate strong financial stability and compliance with regulatory requirements. The successful contractor will need to provide evidence of adequate previous experience and financial capability, which can significantly benefit firms aiming to establish or strengthen their presence in the public sector procurement landscape.

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Notice Title

Low-Temperature Scanning Quantum Magnetometer

Notice Description

The University is seeking a Contractor to supply, deliver and install a Low-Temperature Scanning Quantum Magnetometer on behalf of the School of Engineering and Physical Sciences.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The University is seeking a Contractor to supply, deliver and install a Low-Temperature Scanning Quantum Magnetometer on behalf of the School of Engineering and Physical Sciences.. Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000678110
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB441620
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - 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

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
21 Feb 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
25 Jan 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Feb 20224 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
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

ATTOCUBE SYSTEMS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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