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Drugs GCMS

SCOTTISH POLICE AUTHORITY

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03 Apr 2025 at 00:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Police Authority has completed the procurement process for the supply, delivery, installation, and commissioning of nine Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GCMS) systems under the title "Drugs GCMS". The procurement falls under the industry category of public order and safety, with a primary focus on goods. The systems are to be delivered and installed at locations in Dundee and Gartcosh in the UK. The procurement method utilised was an open procedure. The contract was awarded on 28th February 2025 to Shimadzu UK Ltd, with the total contract value amounting to GBP 825,285.21.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in scientific and laboratory equipment, particularly those offering comprehensive installation and maintenance services. Companies equipped to handle large-scale public sector projects and maintain high standards in product quality and client service would find this tender highly suitable. The open procurement method ensures a competitive bidding process, encouraging various businesses to participate and potentially grow their operations by securing contracts with significant public authorities such as the Scottish Police Authority.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Drugs GCMS

Notice Description

The supply, delivery, installation and commissioning of nine (9) GCMS Systems, to be delivered in accordance with the Authority's specification and delivery requirements.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Scottish Police Authority and Police Scotland was required to appoint a Contractor for the Supply of GCMS instruments with Installation and associated Maintenance package at Dundee and Gartcosh.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000795227
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR527488
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

33950000 - Clinical forensics equipment and supplies

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£825,285 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Feb 202512 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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH POLICE AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Gabrielle McHugh
Contact Email
gabrielle.mchugh4@scotland.police.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1786895668

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G51 1DZ
Post Town
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
TLM Scotland
Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Govan
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow South West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SHIMADZU

Further Information

Notice Documents

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