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PURCH2773 Provision of an Optical Cryostat

University of Glasgow

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

07 Apr 2026 at 01:00

PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Tender

05 Sep 2025 at 01:00

PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the provision of an Optical Cryostat, identified as PURCH2773, was initiated by the University of Glasgow located at the Procurement Office, Tay House, Glasgow. The procurement, categorised under the 'Education' industry, involved an open procedure with electronic submissions and was aimed at acquiring goods. The procurement process reached the award stage on 7th April 2026, following the tender closing on 26th September 2025, with the contract officially signed on 17th March 2026. The delivery location is specified as Glasgow, and the contract was awarded to Inseto (UK) Limited at a value of £58,300. This procurement is covered by the GPA and reflects the University's commitment to advancing its research capabilities.

This procurement offers substantial opportunities for businesses specializing in cryogenic technology and related fields, particularly those with the capability to supply low-vibration, closed-cycle optical cryostats. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are well-suited to participate, as demonstrated by the successful bid from Inseto (UK) Limited, an SME. The University of Glasgow's strong focus on community benefits further encourages participation from businesses that demonstrate commitments to vocational training, equality initiatives, and supply-chain development. By engaging in such tenders, businesses not only grow their market presence but also contribute to educational and community development within the region.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PURCH2773 Provision of an Optical Cryostat

Notice Description

Award of PURCH2773 Provision of an Optical Cryostat

Lot Information

Lot 1

Award of PURCH2773 Provision of Contract Agreement for the Purchase of an Optical Cryostat

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000809355
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR553393
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
£58,300 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Apr 20264 months ago
Submission Deadline
26 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Mar 20265 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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G12 8QQ
Postcode Area
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

Inseto (UK) Limited

Further Information

Notice Documents

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