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Mass Photometer Procurement

UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH

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07 Apr 2025 at 00:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Edinburgh has completed the procurement process for a mass photometer for its School of Life Sciences. This purchase falls under the education industry category and took place in Edinburgh, UK. The procurement method used was limited, without prior publication of a call for competition, due to the specific technical requirements needed for the mass photometer. The contract was signed on 31st March 2025 with the supplier, Refeyn Ltd. The procurement aimed to source a unique system capable of measurements at micromolar concentrations, vital for preserving the native state of biomolecular systems at higher concentrations.

This procurement presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in advanced scientific equipment. As the supplier was selected for their unique ability to meet specific technical requirements, firms with specialised products or services may find similar opportunities with organisations needing niche solutions. Companies in the scientific and technological sectors, particularly those with innovative solutions for biomedical or laboratory applications, would be well-suited to compete in such tenders. Engaging in public procurement with educational institutions like the University of Edinburgh can open doors for business growth and collaboration with leading research bodies.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Mass Photometer Procurement

Notice Description

Mass Photometer Procurement

Lot Information

Lot 1

The University of Edinburgh has a requirement for the purchase of a unique mass photometer.

Procurement Information

The School has a requirement for the purchase of a unique mass photometer with the chosen supplier being the only one capable of meeting the School's requirements which are: Measurements, not in the nanomolar but the micromolar range. This system enables measurements at concentrations ideal for mass photometry while preserving the native state of biomolecular systems at higher concentrations.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000795557
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR527712
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website 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
£199,905 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Mar 202510 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
UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
mritchi7@ed.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1316502759

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH1 1HT
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
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

REFEYN

Further Information

Notice Documents

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