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23 Jul 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Glasgow is currently in the tender stage of a procurement process titled "PURCH2996 Provision of Equipment to Press-Form Composite Materials." This process, categorized under the education industry, seeks suppliers for goods to be delivered in Glasgow, UKM82. An open procurement method is being utilised, encouraging broad competition through an electronic submission platform. Key deadlines include the tender submission ending on 13th August 2026 at 12:00 hours, with the award period commencing immediately thereafter. The contract also includes a fixed term with potential renewals, enabling long-term collaboration potential.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specializing in the production and supply of composite material equipment. Companies with capabilities in manufacturing advanced machinery used in educational and research facilities, particularly those with robust public liability and product liability insurance, may find this contract highly suitable. SME participation is encouraged, particularly those with strong community benefit strategies, such as offering employment and training to priority groups or engaging in supply-chain development activities. The opportunity is ideal for businesses committed to fostering educational support initiatives and equality and diversity programmes, aligning well with the University of Glasgow's procurement objectives.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

PURCH2996 Provision of Equipment to Press-Form Composite Materials

Notice Description

PURCH2996 Provision of Equipment to Press-Form Composite Materials 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

PURCH2996 Provision of Equipment to Press-Form Composite Materials We need to buy a press to press-form composite materials as part of an EPSRC research project. Please refer to the PURCH2996 - Invitation to Tender Goods or Services document for additional information and specification.

Renewal: Fixed term period of 1 year with extension period of 3 x 12 months

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000838216
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560763
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

42 - Industrial machinery


CPV Codes

42600000 - Machine tools

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
13 Aug 20261 weeks to go
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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G12 8QQ
Post Town
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

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560763
    PURCH2996 Provision of Equipment to Press-Form Composite Materials - PURCH2996 Provision of Equipment to Press-Form Composite Materials 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

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