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PURCH2379 PROVISION OF A (SCANNING) TRANSMISSION ELECTRON MICROSCOPE

University of Glasgow

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

23 Oct 2024 at 01:00

OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
TenderUpdate

28 Jun 2024 at 01:00

OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum
TenderUpdate

03 Jun 2024 at 01:00

OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum
Tender

21 May 2024 at 01:00

OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Glasgow has awarded a contract for the provision of a (scanning) transmission electron microscope, designated as tender "PURCH2379". The procurement process followed an open procedure under the main category of goods and was managed by the University's Procurement Office located in Glasgow. The contract was awarded to FEI UK Ltd with the final agreement signed on 3rd October 2024. This procurement falls under the education industry category and the equipment will be delivered to Glasgow, specifically to the Kelvin Nanocharacterisation Centre (KNC) for research and teaching purposes. Key dates included a revised tender submission deadline, extended to 12th July 2024, and the contract was formally awarded on 23rd October 2024.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in high-resolution imaging technology and scientific instrumentation to establish a partnership with a renowned educational institution. Companies capable of providing advanced electron microscope technology, particularly those with expertise in probe aberration correction and zero magnetic field imaging, would be well-suited for such contracts. Furthermore, the University values community benefits, including vocational and employment opportunities, which can bolster the local economy and create new training avenues. The open procurement method ensures fair competition, making this an attractive opportunity for SMEs and specialised technology providers aiming to expand their market presence.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PURCH2379 PROVISION OF A (SCANNING) TRANSMISSION ELECTRON MICROSCOPE

Notice Description

AWARD FOR PURCH2379 PROVISION OF A (SCANNING) TRANSMISSION ELECTRON MICROSCOPE

Lot Information

Lot 1

AWARD OF PURCH2379 PROVISION OF A (SCANNING) TRANSMISSION ELECTRON MICROSCOPE

Renewal: Fixed term period of 2 years with an extension period of 3 x 12 months.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000767203
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT516773
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

38510000 - Microscopes

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£3,920,724 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 Jun 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Oct 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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
University of Glasgow
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G12 8QQ
Postcode Area
Glasgow
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
TLM82 Glasgow City
Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Hillhead
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FEI Uk Ltd

Further Information

Notice Documents

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