Planning

Pyrolyser wiht Autosampler - Capability Assessment

ABERTAY UNIVERSITY

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Planning

11 Feb 2026 at 00:00

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

The public procurement process is initiated by Abertay University, located in Dundee, UK, for the planned acquisition of an EGA/PY Pyrolyser with autosampler. This procurement falls under the education category, with the delivery location specified at the university's Bell Street address. The process is currently in the planning stage as of 11 February 2026, and potential suppliers are advised of a future notice date set for 9 March 2026. The contracting authority expects compatibility with its existing Agilent 8860 GC system for use in microplastics analysis, enhancing in-house capabilities. The procurement budget is set at £81,000, covering essential goods as per the Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV) classification 38000000.

Businesses specialising in laboratory equipment, particularly those capable of supplying sophisticated analytical devices like the Pyrolyser with autosampler, have a promising opportunity with this tender. Firms adept at manufacturing or providing support for complex systems compatible with the Agilent 8860 GC will be well-suited to compete. The contract offers growth potential by allowing businesses to establish or strengthen ties within the educational sector, specifically by supporting significant research initiatives such as microplastics analysis. Such collaborations can enhance reputation and open pathways to further academic partnerships.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Pyrolyser wiht Autosampler - Capability Assessment

Notice Description

The University requires the supply of an EGA/PY Pyrolyser with autosampler, fully compatible with the existing Agilent 8860 GC system and associated polymer-searching software.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The University requires the supply of an EGA/PY Pyrolyser with autosampler, fully compatible with the existing Agilent 8860 GC system and associated polymer-searching software. This equipment is essential for delivering newly funded research relating to microplastics analysis, enabling accurate polymer identification and mass-based characterisation using Py-GC/MS techniques. The investment will enhance in-house analytical capability, remove reliance on external laboratories, and ensure the University meets funded project timelines and methodological requirements.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000823384
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549331
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

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

38400000 - Instruments for checking physical characteristics

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£81,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
9 Mar 20262 weeks to go
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
ABERTAY UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@abertay.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1382308995

Buyer Location

Locality
DUNDEE
Postcode
DD1 1HG
Post Town
Dundee
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM03 Angus and Dundee City
Delivery Location
TLM71 Angus and Dundee City
Local Authority
Dundee City
Electoral Ward
Maryfield
Westminster Constituency
Dundee Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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