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Award for provision of specialist medical equipment - University of Aberdeen

UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN

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03 Jun 2026 at 00:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The recent procurement process conducted by the University of Aberdeen has resulted in the award of a contract for the provision of specialist medical equipment to support its research activities. The contract, identified as AU25/68, falls under the education industry category and is classified within the goods procurement sector. The procurement stage has reached completion, with the award being formalised on 26th May 2026. Located in Aberdeen, the buying organisation is a public body governed by public law, and the procurement method used was limited, without a prior call for competition. This approach was justified by the technical capabilities and unique position of the chosen supplier, REAL Digital International Ltd, which allowed them to fulfil the requirement efficiently.

This tender opens up growth opportunities for businesses in the manufacturing and supply of specialised medical equipment, particularly those able to demonstrate integrated capabilities in both production and logistics. SMEs with a capacity for high-volume, complex assemblies, and established logistics networks will find themselves well-suited to compete in future similar opportunities. The procurement highlights a preference for suppliers with proven track records in large-scale, compliance-driven projects and those operating within accredited quality frameworks. While this contract was awarded without competition due to technical reasons, it underscores the potential for growth for businesses that can align with such technical and operational benchmarks.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Award for provision of specialist medical equipment - University of Aberdeen

Notice Description

Award of contract for specialist medical equipment to support research.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Award of contract for specialist medical equipment to support research.

Procurement Information

RDi is uniquely positioned to deliver this requirement through its integrated, end-to-end capability spanning UK-based manufacturing, high-volume kitting and assembly, and national fulfilment. Its proven delivery of population-scale diagnostic programmes, including the NHS Bowel Cancer Screening Programme, demonstrates the ability to operate at scale with high levels of accuracy, traceability, and governance. RDi operates within a fully accredited quality framework (ISO 13485, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001), ensuring safe, consistent, and compliant delivery. Crucially, its established infrastructure and logistics networks enable immediate mobilisation without additional development, significantly reducing risk and timelines. Given its readiness, scale, and technical maturity, no alternative provider could replicate this capability.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000832940
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557222
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

33100000 - Medical equipments

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£51,600 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jun 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 May 20261 weeks 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 ABERDEEN
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB24 3FX
Post Town
Aberdeen
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Delivery Location
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Local Authority
Aberdeen City
Electoral Ward
Tillydrone/Seaton/Old Aberdeen
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

REAL DIGITAL INTERNATIONAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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