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30 Apr 2026 at 01:00

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Glasgow is currently engaged in a public procurement process for the provision of an infrared camera, under the tender reference PURCH2929. This procurement is part of the education sector and falls under the industry category for goods. The University is situated in Glasgow, within the region UKM82, and the electronic submission of tenders is to be completed through Public Contracts Scotland, with the tender period closing at 12:00 noon on 21st May 2026. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, allowing for transparent and competitive bidding.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in advanced non-destructive testing technologies, particularly those focusing on electronic and semiconductor components. Companies that offer automated lock-in thermography capabilities will find this tender a fitting opportunity. The contract, initially set for 12 months with the option to renew for two additional periods of 12 months each, offers prolonged engagement and growth prospects in collaboration with a prestigious academic institution. The emphasis on community benefits and the potential for sub-contracting opportunities for SMEs, third-sector organisations, and supported businesses further increases its appeal to a broad range of enterprises keen to contribute to community development and expand their market presence.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

PURCH2929 Provision of Infrared Camera

Notice Description

PURCH2929 Provision of Infrared Camera Tender documents available from Public Contracts Scotland. Tender returns should be submitted via Public Contracts Scotland, no paper copies will be accepted. Should paper tenders be submitted, they will be rejected. Further to this any questions or communications regarding individual tender exercises must be sent via the Public Contracts Scotland Portal. Tender queries received through any other channel will not be answered. Should users of Public Contracts Scotland have any problems with the web site they should contact website Support Desk, contact details can be found by following the 'Contact Us' option on the left hand menu at http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/default.aspx

Lot Information

Lot 1

Provision of Contract Agreement For an Infrared Camera for a Minimum Initial Term of 12 Months with the Option to Extend for a Further 2 Period of up to 12 Months each The University has a requirement for a system solution that should provide an automated lock-in thermography capability for advanced non-destructive testing (NDT) of electronic and semiconductor components. Please refer to the 'PURCH2929 - Schedule 1A - ITT' for further details and specification

Renewal: 2 x 12 months extension

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000830799
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554957
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website 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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Apr 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
21 May 2026Expired
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

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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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