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PURCH2480 Provision Of A Tabletop Scanning Electron Microscope

University of Glasgow

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

26 Feb 2025 at 00:00

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Tender

12 Aug 2024 at 01:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Glasgow has recently awarded a contract titled "PURCH2480 Provision Of A Tabletop Scanning Electron Microscope" to Lambda Photometrics Ltd. This procurement falls under the education sector and is classified under the CPV code 38500000. The contract was signed on 5th February 2025, and the process was conducted through an open procedure with electronic submission. The procurement stage is now complete, with the delivery location specified as Glasgow. The contract is valued at £58,000 and is aimed at replacing the Institute for Gravitational Research's outdated equipment to support its R&D initiatives. Initial tender activities commenced in August 2024, with the submission deadline on 9th September 2024.

This tender presents significant opportunities for suppliers specialising in scientific equipment, particularly those capable of providing advanced electron microscopes. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, as evidenced by the number of SME bids. The contract allows for an extension option up to an additional three years, thereby offering long-term business potential for the winning supplier. Companies in the high-tech manufacturing sector, especially those with capabilities in producing and servicing electron microscopes, would find this tender well-aligned with their growth strategies. Additionally, the emphasis on community benefits and supply-chain development provides avenues for broader economic engagement, including sub-contracting opportunities and vocational training initiatives.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PURCH2480 Provision Of A Tabletop Scanning Electron Microscope

Notice Description

Award of PURCH2480 Provision Of A Tabletop Scanning Electron Microscope

Lot Information

Lot 1

Award of PURCH2480 Provision Of A Tabletop Scanning Electron Microscope

Renewal: 3 X 12 MONTHS EXTENSION PERIODs

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000774942
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB524698
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, 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

38500000 - Checking and testing apparatus

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£58,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Feb 20251 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

Lambda Photometrics Ltd

Further Information

Notice Documents

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