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Software update Siemens MRI scanner

UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH

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15 May 2026 at 00:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The University Of Edinburgh, acting as both the buyer and central purchasing body, has completed the procurement process for the "Software update Siemens MRI scanner" project, which falls under the education sector. The project involved purchasing hardware upgrades and additional software to enhance the MRI machine's imaging capabilities, as well as related training. The procurement method used was limited, without prior publication of a call for competition, as Siemens Healthineers was the only supplier capable of providing the necessary update. The procurement stage is now at the award and contract completion point, with the contract having been signed on 1st May 2025. The delivery location is specified as the University of Edinburgh with the project classified under goods, bearing the CPV code 48318000.

This tender specifically caters to businesses in the medical technology sector, with particular emphasis on suppliers capable of providing specialised hardware and software updates compatible with Siemens MRI machines. The procurement process favoured original equipment manufacturers (OEM) who can deliver customised solutions for research and development purposes, representing a niche market opportunity. Though the supplier awarded is a large entity, the contract, valued at £133,920, stands as a testament to potential future collaborative opportunities for businesses specialising in similar technological solutions tailored for educational and research institutions. This contract underscores the scope for innovation-driven growth, aligning with the university's commitment to advancing its technological arsenal.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Software update Siemens MRI scanner

Notice Description

This purchase consists of hardware upgrades, upgraded/additional software to enable additional imaging capability on the MRI machine and training as required by regulation.

Lot Information

Lot 1

This purchase consists of hardware upgrades, upgraded/additional software to enable additional imaging capability on the MRI machine and training as required by regulation.

Procurement Information

OEM are only supplier able to provide the update to their equipment

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000832114
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY555961
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48318000 - Scanner software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£133,920 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 May 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 May 20251 years ago
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
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SIEMENS HEALTHINEERS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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