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Continuous Flow Analyser for the Analysis of Dissolved Total Alkalinity (TA) and Dissolved Inorganic Carbon (DIC)

Scottish Government

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

07 Apr 2026 at 01:00

PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Tender

16 Dec 2025 at 00:00

PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government, acting through its Marine Directorate, conducted a procurement process for a Continuous Flow Analyser aimed at analysing dissolved Total Alkalinity (TA) and Dissolved Inorganic Carbon (DIC) in seawater samples. The procurement was managed through an open procedure under the goods category, primarily focusing on environmental and marine analysis. The procurement process covers the UKM region, specifically with operations centred in Edinburgh. The tender period concluded on 30th January 2026, with the award announced shortly thereafter, leading to a contract signing on 3rd March 2026. The process included comprehensive documentation and involved electronic bid submission methods.

This contract presents significant business growth opportunities for firms specialising in marine and environmental analytical equipment. Companies with experience in manufacturing or supplying complex laboratory and marine systems can find this tender appealing, particularly if they are SMEs with a strong presence or capability within EU markets, as evidenced by the successful participation of Skalar Analytical BV, a Dutch company. Interested businesses needed to demonstrate economic stability with specific yearly turnovers and technical capabilities, including quality certifications like ISO 9001, to compete successfully. This type of contract paves the way for suppliers to engage with government bodies while enhancing their portfolio within the public procurement landscape.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Continuous Flow Analyser for the Analysis of Dissolved Total Alkalinity (TA) and Dissolved Inorganic Carbon (DIC)

Notice Description

The Scottish Government, through Marine Directorate is inviting a tender for the purchase of a continuous flow analyser for the analysis of dissolved Total Alkalinity (TA) and Dissolved Inorganic Carbon (DIC) in seawater samples for use in the Marine Laboratory and potentially in oceanographic cruises.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Marine Directorate require a supplier to provide a continuous flow analysis system capable of measuring TA and DIC in seawater samples for use in the Marine Laboratory and potentially in a containerised laboratory on vessels.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000818685
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR553351
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

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

CPV Codes

34930000 - Marine equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£57,577 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Apr 20264 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Mar 20265 months ago
Contract Period
25 Feb 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
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
Scottish Government
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
G2 8LU
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
TLM Scotland
Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Skalar Analytical BV

Further Information

Notice Documents

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