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PURCH2932 Provision of Laser Drilling and Patterning System

University of Glasgow

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01 Jul 2026 at 01:00

OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Glasgow has initiated a tender process for the provision of a laser drilling and patterning system under the tender ID PURCH2932. This procurement falls within the Education sector and is focused on acquiring high-precision, non-contact manufacturing equipment for glass substrates. Located in Glasgow, this procurement currently stands in the tender stage with a submission deadline of 31st July 2026. The procurement method employed is a competitive procedure with negotiation, and suppliers are required to submit their tenders electronically via the Public Contracts Scotland portal.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses specializing in advanced manufacturing equipment, particularly those experienced in laser technology and optics. Companies with capabilities in providing high-precision engineering solutions will find this tender well-suited to their expertise. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and those committed to delivering community benefits, such as providing employment, training, and subcontracting opportunities, are strongly encouraged to participate. The contract spans a fixed period of 12 months with potential extensions of up to 24 additional months, offering a stable growth opportunity for the successful bidder.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PURCH2932 Provision of Laser Drilling and Patterning System

Notice Description

PURCH2932 Provision of Laser Drilling and Patterning System 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

PURCH2932 Provision of Laser Drilling and Patterning System The University wishes to procure a laser drilling and patterning system. The proposed laser selective etching system shall provide a high-precision, non-contact manufacturing solution for the fabrication of complex vias and microfluidic structures into glass substrates. This procurement process is being conducted using the Competitive Procedure with Negotiation (CPN) in accordance with the requirements of Regulation 30 of the PC(S)R 2015. Although this procurement is being conducted under the Competitive Procedure with Negotiation (CPN), it is structured differently from a typical CPN process. This approach has been adopted to enhance the efficiency of evaluating supplier responses across both stages (SPD and ITT). Please refer to the PURCH2932 - Schedule 1A - ITT document for additional information and specification.

Renewal: Fixed period of 12 months with option to extend for 2 x 12 months.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000836205
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL559201
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive procedure with negotiation
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
1 Jul 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 Jul 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

Buyer & Supplier

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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