Award

PURCH2633 Provision of Atom Probe Tomography Instrument

UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

28 Nov 2025 at 00:00

OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

02 Jun 2025 at 00:00

OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Glasgow is seeking suppliers for the provision of an Atom Probe Tomography Instrument, with the procurement process currently in the tender stage. This open procedure is designated as PURCH2633 and falls within the education industry category. Located in Glasgow (region UKM82), the tender documents are accessible via the Public Contracts Scotland portal, with the deadline for electronic submissions set for 3rd July 2025 at 12:00. This tender involves goods procurement, requiring no paper submission as electronic submissions are mandatory.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in scientific equipment, particularly those with expertise in the supply of advanced tomography instruments. Companies with the capabilities to meet technical specifications, such as providing high-sensitivity spatially resolved mass spectrometer detectors and ancillary equipment, stand a good chance. This opportunity is well-suited for British firms that comply with economic and liability insurance criteria, promoting business growth through potential subcontracting and supply-chain development. Furthermore, the inclusion of community benefits initiatives encourages engagement with diverse businesses, providing additional avenues for business expansion and collaboration.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PURCH2633 Provision of Atom Probe Tomography Instrument

Notice Description

Award of PURCH2633 Provision of Atom Probe Tomography Instrument

Lot Information

Lot 1

PURCH2633 Provision of Contract Agreement for the purchase of an Atom Probe Tomography Instrument for the period of minimum 12 months warranty.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000800404
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV544497
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - 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
£5,411,953 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Nov 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
3 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Sep 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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW
Contact Name
Emma Fleck
Contact Email
emma.fleck@glasgow.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1413306639, +44 1413306908

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

BLUESCIENTIFIC

Further Information

Notice Documents

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