This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

08 Sep 2025 at 01:00

Tender

25 Feb 2025 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, formally titled "PURCH2468 Provision of Contract Agreement for Laser Mills and Associated Equipment," was initiated and managed by the University of Glasgow. This contracting process focuses on the acquisition of goods, particularly laser mills and related equipment, within the education sector, categorised under the CPV code 42600000. The procurement followed an open procedure, highlighting transparency and competitiveness. The key stages in this process have included a tender period that concluded on 28th March 2025, subsequently leading to an award stage. The agreement has now been successfully completed, with a contract valued at GBP 345,395 signed on 5th September 2025. The location of delivery and execution of this procurement is within the UKM82 region, with specific administrative activities centred around the University’s Procurement Office in Glasgow.

This tender presents significant opportunities for business growth, especially for companies specialising in laser technology or manufacturing precision electronic equipment. SMEs, like TRACKS Laser & Electronics Ltd, which successfully secured the contract, demonstrate that smaller enterprises with robust product offerings and competitive pricing can thrive in such procurement. The open procurement method encourages wide participation, which can be beneficial for businesses looking to enter or expand their presence in the educational technology supply chain, delivering both direct sales and fostering long-term academic partnerships. Companies capable of ensuring technical quality and cost-effectiveness, with the ability to support demanding teaching and research environments, are well-positioned to benefit from contracts of this nature.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

PURCH2468 Provision of Contract Agreement for Laser Mills and Associated Equipment

Notice Description

Award of PURCH2468 Provision of Contract Agreement for Laser Mills and Associated Equipment

Lot Information

Lot 1

Award of PURCH2468 Provision of Contract Agreement for Laser Mills and Associated Equipment

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000791471
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP538741
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

42 - Industrial machinery


CPV Codes

42600000 - Machine tools

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£345,395 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Sep 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
28 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Sep 202511 months 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
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

TRACKS Laser & Electronics Ltd

Further Information

Notice Documents

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