Tender

MALDI-TOF System

UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH

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Tender

11 Mar 2026 at 00:00

OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Edinburgh is conducting a procurement process for a MALDI-TOF System through an open procedure, targeting the education sector. This active tender process involves the purchase, installation, and service contract for Easter Bush Pathology, with the contracting authority situated in Edinburgh, Scotland. The procurement is currently in the tender stage, with interested parties required to submit bids electronically by 12:00 BST on 10th April 2026. The procurement method details highlight an open procedure to ensure transparent competition, supported by electronic submission systems facilitated via Public Contracts Scotland portal. The total contract value is estimated at £250,000, allowing for a significant investment in cutting-edge technology.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in scientific equipment and services, particularly those with expertise in pathology systems. Companies offering high-quality solutions will have an advantage, as quality accounts for 70% of the award criteria. The contract, with a potential renewal term up to five years, allows for long-term business growth, making it an attractive prospect for both local and international providers capable of fulfilling this requirement. Furthermore, businesses supporting community benefits through public procurement are able to enhance their competitive edge, fostering collaborations that extend beyond the initial contract period.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

MALDI-TOF System

Notice Description

Purchase, installation and service contract for a MALDI-TOF System for Easter Bush Pathology at the University of Edinburgh.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Purchase, installation and service contract for a MALDI-TOF System for Easter Bush Pathology at the University of Edinburgh.

Renewal: Renewal of service contract up to 5 year term.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000826285
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551466
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
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)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Mar 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
10 Apr 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH1 1HT
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM75 City of Edinburgh
Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh

Further Information

Notice Documents

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