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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the purchase of a Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry Scanner has been completed by Heriot-Watt University located in Riccarton, UK. The tender, with the title "Purchase of Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry Scanner," was conducted using a limited procurement method. The purpose of the contract is specifically to acquire goods for research purposes. The award value was £150,595.2, and the contract was signed on 3rd April 2023.

This tender presents an opportunity for suppliers of specialist laboratory equipment, particularly in the healthcare or research sector, to engage in business with Heriot-Watt University. Given the unique technical requirements of the equipment being procured, businesses with expertise in high-resolution digital detectors, X-ray generators, and related imaging technologies would be well-suited to compete. The contract aims to support research activities at the University, highlighting the potential for long-term partnerships in the area of scientific equipment supply.

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Notice Title

Purchase of Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry Scanner

Notice Description

Purchase of Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry Scanner

Lot Information

Lot 1

This is a specialist laboratory research Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry Scanner and there are no other suppliers available in the market to supply this type of equipment in the form factor required. The Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry Scanner (supplied by Vector Scientific Limited) includes a high resolution multi element ceramic digital detector array, high frequency X-ray generator, indexing scan table, motorised table and rotating C-arm, dynamic internal reference system for continous calibration, computer console, QDR Anthromorphic spine phantom, Apex productivity tools and small animal research package. The principal purpose of the contract is to acquire goods in connection with research undertaken by the University

Procurement Information

This is a specialist laboratory research Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry Scanner and there are no other suppliers available in the market to supply this type of equipment in the form factor required. The Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry Scanner (supplied by Vector Scientific Limited) includes a high resolution multi element ceramic digital detector array, high frequency X-ray generator, indexing scan table, motorised table and rotating C-arm, dynamic internal reference system for continous calibration, computer console, QDR Anthromorphic spine phantom, Apex productivity tools and small animal research package. The principal purpose of the contract is to acquire goods in connection with research undertaken by the University

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000728036
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR475314
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
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
£150,595 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Apr 20233 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Apr 20233 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
Postcode
EH14 4AS
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

VERTECSCIENTIFIC LTD

Further Information

Notice Documents

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