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Radiochemistry Synthesiser (2025)

UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Edinburgh, a body governed by public law, has successfully completed the procurement of a Radiochemistry Synthesiser to enhance its research capabilities. The procurement falls under the education sector, with the synthesiser intended to bolster the university's capacity to produce fluorine-18 radiotracers. Located in Edinburgh, the contract, identified by the number LIT0749, was conducted through an open procedure under the goods category. The final stage, the award phase, was completed as of 3rd October 2025, with the contract valued at £181,459. This successful completion marks a significant procurement milestone for the University, aiming to increase the efficiency of its radiochemistry production processes.

This procurement creates considerable opportunities for businesses specialising in the supply of advanced radiochemistry equipment. Businesses with expertise in medical technology and radiochemistry solutions will find this project particularly fitting due to the specific requirements for integration and automatic systems to minimise production downtime. The open procurement method ensures a level playing field, encouraging large and small enterprises with competitive offerings to engage in future tenders. The successful bidder, SYNTHRA GMBH, a large-scale supplier, highlights the potential for similar companies across the EU to secure such procurement contracts. Engaging in these tenders can be a pivotal step in expanding market presence and collaboration with leading educational institutions.

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Notice Title

Radiochemistry Synthesiser (2025)

Notice Description

We wish to acquire a Synthesiser with the capability to generate fluorine-18 radiotracers, aiming to enhance our daily production capacity and research capabilities. Of paramount importance is the need for a fully integrated self-cleaning system, allowing automatic rinsing and cleaning of the module after each production cycle, eliminating the requirement to open the hot cell door. This feature is crucial in minimising downtime between fluorine-18 productions, thereby facilitating an increase in our daily output.

Lot Information

Lot 1

We wish to acquire a Synthesiser with the capability to generate fluorine-18 radiotracers, aiming to enhance our daily production capacity and research capabilities. Of paramount importance is the need for a fully integrated self-cleaning system, allowing automatic rinsing and cleaning of the module after each production cycle, eliminating the requirement to open the hot cell door. This feature is crucial in minimising downtime between fluorine-18 productions, thereby facilitating an increase in our daily output.

Renewal: Optional additional years for warranty.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000797942
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT540622
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)


CPV Codes

33100000 - Medical equipments

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£170,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£181,459 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
19 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Jul 20257 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 EDINBURGH
Contact Name
Ross Sharp
Contact Email
jpike2@ed.ac.uk, rsharp4@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

SYNTHRA

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY529600
    Radiochemistry Synthesiser (2025) - We wish to acquire a Synthesiser with the capability to generate fluorine-18 radiotracers, aiming to enhance our daily production capacity and research capabilities. Of paramount importance is the need for a fully integrated self-cleaning system, allowing automatic rinsing and cleaning of the module after each production cycle, eliminating the requirement to open the hot cell door. This feature is crucial in minimising downtime between fluorine-18 productions, thereby facilitating an increase in our daily output.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT540622
    Radiochemistry Synthesiser (2025) - We wish to acquire a Synthesiser with the capability to generate fluorine-18 radiotracers, aiming to enhance our daily production capacity and research capabilities. Of paramount importance is the need for a fully integrated self-cleaning system, allowing automatic rinsing and cleaning of the module after each production cycle, eliminating the requirement to open the hot cell door. This feature is crucial in minimising downtime between fluorine-18 productions, thereby facilitating an increase in our daily output.

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