Planning

PURCH2779 Provision of a Maintenance Contract for Bd High Specification Flow Cytometers for the University of Glasgow

UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW

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Planning

29 Aug 2025 at 00:00

OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Glasgow is currently in the planning stage of a public procurement process for the maintenance of BD High Specification Flow Cytometers. The process is categorised under the services industry and is focused on enhancing research capabilities at the College of Medical Veterinary and Life Sciences. Situated in Glasgow, with a regional code of UKM82, the procurement involves several BD instruments integral to medical research and clinical trials. A Request for Information (RFI) is to be submitted by 12 noon on 12th September 2025, with the aim of understanding market capabilities prior to the formal tender process expected to initiate after 19th September 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in the maintenance and servicing of high-specification laboratory instruments, particularly in the medical and research sectors. Companies with proven expertise in managing complex equipment and those capable of adhering to stringent maintenance standards will be well-suited to compete. Engaging in this procurement process can offer long-term business growth opportunities by establishing a partnership with a prestigious institution such as the University of Glasgow, thus enhancing credibility and providing potential for future contracts in related fields.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PURCH2779 Provision of a Maintenance Contract for Bd High Specification Flow Cytometers for the University of Glasgow

Notice Description

PURCH2779 Provision of a Maintenance Contract for Bd High Specification Flow Cytometers for the University of Glasgow. The College of Medical Veterinary and Life Sciences currently has eleven BD (Becton Dickinson) instruments located across the University of Glasgow estate. The instruments are heavily used and play a fundamental role in the research of the College including medical research and clinical trials. They must be maintained, serviced and repaired to an exacting standard. This exercise is being carried out in advance of any formal procurement exercise, it s not a pre-qualification or tendering exercise. All information contained within this notice is subject to change. Please refer to PURCH2779 Prior Information Notice & RFI document for full details. Please return your completed RFI to hannah.dobby@glasgow.ac.uk no later than 12 noon on Friday 12th September 2025. Submitting an RFI means your organisation agrees to further engagement with the University on this project, prior to any further ensuing procurement activity.

Lot Information

Lot 1

PURCH2779 Provision of a Maintenance Contract for Bd High Specification Flow Cytometers for the University of Glasgow. Please refer to PURCH2779 Request for Information & RFI document for full details. Please return the RFI to hannah.dobby@glasgow.ac.uk by 12 noon on 12th September 2025. Please note that participation in this RFI exercise does not put your Organisation in a preferential position, but it will allow us to consider the market capabilities for our requirement. The purpose of this RFI is for the University of Glasgow to be able to understand what the market can offer so that we can run a robust tender process. The information gathered as a result of the RFI process will assist us to develop our tender strategy. Suppliers should only note interest if they have the capacity, capability and expertise to provide the minimum requirements.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000808697
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG538090
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

50400000 - Repair and maintenance services of medical and precision equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Aug 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
19 Sep 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW
Contact Name
Hannah Dobby
Contact Email
hannah.dobby@glasgow.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+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

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG538090
    PURCH2779 Provision of a Maintenance Contract for Bd High Specification Flow Cytometers for the University of Glasgow - PURCH2779 Provision of a Maintenance Contract for Bd High Specification Flow Cytometers for the University of Glasgow. The College of Medical Veterinary and Life Sciences currently has eleven BD (Becton Dickinson) instruments located across the University of Glasgow estate. The instruments are heavily used and play a fundamental role in the research of the College including medical research and clinical trials. They must be maintained, serviced and repaired to an exacting standard. This exercise is being carried out in advance of any formal procurement exercise, it s not a pre-qualification or tendering exercise. All information contained within this notice is subject to change. Please refer to PURCH2779 Prior Information Notice & RFI document for full details. Please return your completed RFI to hannah.dobby@glasgow.ac.uk no later than 12 noon on Friday 12th September 2025. Submitting an RFI means your organisation agrees to further engagement with the University on this project, prior to any further ensuing procurement activity.

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