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PURCH2634 Provision of Optical Cryostat with a Base Temperature of <4K

UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Glasgow has completed the contract process for "PURCH2634 Provision of Optical Cryostat with a Base Temperature of

This tender offers substantial business growth opportunities by engaging suppliers who provide cutting-edge optical cryostat solutions. Ideal contenders include SMEs within the scientific and technical equipment manufacturing industry, capable of providing equipment that meets stringent specifications such as low base temperatures and reduced mechanical vibrations. Companies focusing on innovation, capable of ensuring product liability and public liability insurances, and with a yearly turnover of a minimum of £80,000, stand well-placed to compete effectively in similar future tenders issued by high-profile educational institutions like the University of Glasgow. Additionally, the emphasis on community benefits may appeal to enterprises investing in community engagement and development initiatives.

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Notice Title

PURCH2634 Provision of Optical Cryostat with a Base Temperature of <4K

Notice Description

Award of PURCH2634 Provision of Optical Cryostat with a Base Temperature of <4K

Lot Information

Lot 1

Award of PURCH2634 Provision of Optical Cryostat with a Base Temperature of <4K

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000797886
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP538129
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
£112,900 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
23 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Aug 20255 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
Emma Fleck, Hannah Dobby
Contact Email
emma.fleck@glasgow.ac.uk, hannah.dobby@glasgow.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1413304113, +44 1413306639

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G12 8QQ
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
TLM82 Glasgow City

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Hillhead
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

QUANTUM DESIGN UK AND IRELAND

Further Information

Notice Documents

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