Award

Purchase of Pump Modules, Associated Parts & Software

HERIOT-WATT UNIVERSITY

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Summary of the contracting process

Heriot-Watt University has awarded a contract to Chandler Engineering for the purchase of pump modules, associated parts, and software for research purposes. This procurement falls under the education category and involves goods primarily needed for research at the University's Riccarton Campus in Edinburgh. The procurement process utilised was a limited award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition, justified by a voluntary ex ante transparency notice published on 19th February 2025. The contract was signed on 19th February 2025, with the procurement stage now recorded as complete.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialised in high-pressure pump modules and related equipment, particularly those operating within the research and development sectors. Given the specific technical requirements and the unique supply capabilities of Chandler Engineering, businesses with the ability to provide niche, high-precision equipment would be well-positioned to compete. It underscores the demand for tailored scientific instrumentation and highlights potential areas for growth for firms capable of innovating and supplying advanced research tools.

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Notice Title

Purchase of Pump Modules, Associated Parts & Software

Notice Description

Purchase of Pump Modules, Associated Parts & Software for Research purposes.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Following the publication of a voluntary ex ante transparency notice (VEAT) 791165 on the 19th February 2025. This is a contract award notice indicating that Heriot-Watt University is now in contract with Chandler Engineering for the purchase of the following equipment: 4 X 5000-series pump modules, 10,000 psi pressure transducer, 316 SST wetted parts, ambient temperature to 50degC, pump cylinder,controller, 3-way valve, Pump stand, Spare parts kit (piston seal and rupture disc), Associated plumbing with 1/8th Autoclave fittings, Standard flow rate, Software CD, manual, serial expander/isolator for connection of up to existing 4 dual-cylinder pump systems supplied previously by Chandler Engineering. Following market research carried out by the academic research team, 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

Following the publication of a voluntary ex ante transparency notice (VEAT) 791165 on the 19th February 2025. This is a contract award notice indicating that Heriot-Watt University is now in contract with Chandler Engineering for the purchase of the following equipment: 4 X 5000-series pump modules, 10,000 psi pressure transducer, 316 SST wetted parts, ambient temperature to 50degC, pump cylinder,controller, 3-way valve, Pump stand, Spare parts kit (piston seal and rupture disc), Associated plumbing with 1/8th Autoclave fittings, Standard flow rate, Software CD, manual, serial expander/isolator for connection of up to existing 4 dual-cylinder pump systems supplied previously by Chandler Engineering. Following market research carried out by the academic research team, 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.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000791165
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR526892
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - 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
£265,172 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 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

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, 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

CHANDLER ENGINEERING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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