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Electron Probe Microanalyzer

University Of Edinburgh

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31 Mar 2026 at 01:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Edinburgh has completed the procurement process for an Electron Probe Microanalyzer, intended to replace an existing instrument used by the School of Geosciences since 2002. The procurement falls under the Education category and involved an open procedure as part of the High Value Lab Equipment Framework (HVLE), Lot 3 LAB3162NW. The contract was awarded to JEOL (UK) Ltd, a large supplier based in Welwyn Garden City. Initially offered in November 2024, the contract was signed on 7th July 2025, valued at £1,117,045, with an option to extend service and support for two additional years, totalling eight years of agreement.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in scientific equipment manufacturing and supply, particularly those that can deliver high-value laboratory equipment. Companies with expertise in electron microanalysis technology are well-suited to compete in similar tenders, as high technical precision and reliability are critical. Participation in the HVLE framework positions suppliers to attract further business from educational and research institutions, bolstering their presence in key markets within the United Kingdom.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Electron Probe Microanalyzer

Notice Description

An Electron Probe Microanalyser is a device used to analyse materials at micron scale. It works by firing a beam of electrons at the substance, these electrons cause x-rays to be emitted from the substance, and that characteristic emission can be measured by detectors or generates analytical imaging substance composition. The school of Geosciences is seeking to purchase a new one of these systems. This will be a direct replacement for an existing instrument which has been in-situ since August 2002.

Lot Information

Lot 1

An Electron Probe Microanalyser is a device used to analyse materials at micron scale. It works by firing a beam of electrons at the substance, these electrons cause x-rays to be emitted from the substance, and that characteristic emission can be measured by detectors or generates analytical imaging substance composition. The school of Geosciences was seeking to purchase a new one of these systems. This will be a direct replacement for an existing instrument which has been in-situ since August 2002.. It was identified that this scope fell under the High Value Lab Equipment Framework (HVLE), Lot 3 LAB3162NW. The opportunity was offered to suppliers on that framework in November 2024 and only Jeol responded to confirm they could meet the requirement.

Options: Option to extend service and support for up to a further 2 years to give total agreement length of 8 years

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000828204
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR552961
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

38400000 - Instruments for checking physical characteristics

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£1,117,045 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Mar 20266 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
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 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
Postcode Area
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

JEOL (UK) Ltd

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR552961
    Electron Probe Microanalyzer - An Electron Probe Microanalyser is a device used to analyse materials at micron scale. It works by firing a beam of electrons at the substance, these electrons cause x-rays to be emitted from the substance, and that characteristic emission can be measured by detectors or generates analytical imaging substance composition. The school of Geosciences is seeking to purchase a new one of these systems. This will be a direct replacement for an existing instrument which has been in-situ since August 2002.

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