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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process titled "PURCH2623 Provision of a High-Performance Customisable Rheometer" was initiated by the University of Glasgow. This process falls under the education industry category and involves the acquisition of specialised goods. Located in Glasgow, the procurement process followed an open procedure and has successfully reached the award stage, with Anton Paar being awarded the contract. The award, valued at £68,610, was formalised on 13th June 2025. The award and procurement processes were completed according to the timelines set, including a critical tender deadline on 15th April 2025. This contract aims at enhancing the University's capabilities in characterising granular and colloidal materials, adopting high-precision technology.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in high-precision scientific equipment, particularly those capable of supplying advanced rheometers. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), like Anton Paar, which ultimately secured the contract, are well-suited to compete, especially those providing customisable solutions tailored to the educational sector's needs. The open procurement method invites broad participation, promoting competitive pricing and innovation. Additionally, this contract may offer further sub-contracting possibilities, facilitating growth for other enterprises in the supply chain. Community benefits such as employment, vocational training, and support for local businesses are integral to this contract, highlighting a strong commitment to socio-economic development.

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Notice Title

PURCH2623 Provision of a High-Performance Customisable Rheometer

Notice Description

Award of PURCH2623 Provision of a High-Performance Customisable Rheometer.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Award of Provision of Contract Agreement for the Purchase of a High-Performance Customisable Rheometer

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000794191
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL535889
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

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
£68,610 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Jul 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
15 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Jun 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
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

Anton Paar

Further Information

Notice Documents

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