Award

Purchase of 3-Axis Air Bearing System

HERIOT-WATT UNIVERSITY

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Summary of the contracting process

The Heriot-Watt University has completed the procurement process for the purchase of a 3-Axis Air Bearing System, awarded to Aerotech Ltd. The procurement method used was a limited approach without prior publication of a call for competition. The equipment consists of various components aimed at supporting research activities undertaken by the University. The contract value is £72,267.84 with the contract signed on April 26, 2024, in Edinburgh, UK.

This tender opportunity presents a chance for businesses specializing in the supply of research equipment to engage with Heriot-Watt University for potential collaboration. Given the specific and specialist nature of the equipment required, businesses with expertise in delivering bespoke research solutions would be well-suited to compete. The purchase of the 3-Axis Air Bearing System aligns with the University's research objectives and provides a platform for businesses to contribute to cutting-edge research projects.

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Notice Title

Purchase of 3-Axis Air Bearing System

Notice Description

Purchase of 3-Axis Air Bearing System

Lot Information

Lot 1

This is a specialist piece of research equipment 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.

Procurement Information

This is a specialist piece of research equipment and there are no other suppliers available in the market to supply this type of equipment in the form factor required. The 3-Axis Air Bearing System supplied by Aerotech Limited consists of the following:Two-Axis XY Direct-Drive Nanopositioning Stage; Single-Axis Z Direct-Drive Nanopositioning Stage; Intelligent Software-Based Motion Controller; Enhanced Compact PWM Servo Drive with Motion Controller; Communication Cable; Production Services Configurator; Enhanced Compact PWM Servo Drive; Motor Cable; Motion Development Kit; Encoder Cable; Granite Base, Riser and Bridge assembly; Engineering Services Configurator; Din-Rail Mounted Power Supply for 1 to 4 Compact Servo Drives and AC Power Cord Cable. The principal purpose of the contract award is to acquire goods in connection with research undertaken by the University

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000764948
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR503950
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
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
£72,267 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Apr 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Apr 20241 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

AEROTECH

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