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title: "Supply, Delivery and Commissioning of an X-ray Computed Tomography System"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0289ca"
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# Supply, Delivery and Commissioning of an X-ray Computed Tomography System

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0289ca

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## Summary

The University of Strathclyde is undertaking a procurement process for the supply, delivery, and commissioning of an X-ray Computed Tomography (XCT) system, classified under X-ray inspection equipment. This procurement falls under the goods category, with a total contract value of approximately £1,000,000. The tender is currently at the award stage, with the most recent contract awarded on 23 March 2021 to Nikon Metrology Europe NV. This process follows an open procurement method, facilitated through an online platform, with the award criteria focusing on quality (60%) and cost (40%).

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in advanced equipment supply and engineering services, particularly those capable of delivering sophisticated X-ray inspection technology. Companies with experience in X-ray equipment, adherence to stringent insurance requirements, and a demonstrable record of comparable project execution would be particularly well-suited to compete. This project not only allows for direct sales of cutting-edge technology but also opens doors for longer-term service and maintenance contracts, which can support sustained business growth in the advanced manufacturing sector.

## Notice

An X-ray Computed Tomography (XCT) system is required to non-destructively and 3-dimensionally characterise Additively Manufactured parts made of metals, polymers or composites.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

An X-ray Computed Tomography (XCT) system is required to non-destructively and 3-dimensionally characterise Additively Manufactured parts made of metals, polymers or composites. The equipment must be capable of detecting voids and grain boundaries within a given specimen and should also be able to measure internal features.

Options: The Contracting Authority reserves the right to request additional deliveries by the Successful Tenderer, either intended as partial replacement of supplies or installations or as extensions of existing supplies and installations. The Contracting Authority may at it's sole discretion exercise this option.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005977-2021 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Mar 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Feb 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Mar 2021 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £996,745 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE |
| Locality | GLASGOW |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G1 1QE |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City |
| Local authority | Glasgow City |
| Electoral ward | Anderston/City/Yorkhill |
| Westminster constituency | Glasgow North East |
| Delivery location | TLM82 Glasgow City |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | NIKON METROLOGY EUROPE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 38540000 - Machines and apparatus for testing and measuring
- 38582000 - X-ray inspection equipment
- 50421200 - Repair and maintenance services of X-ray equipment

## Release History

- 24 Mar 2021 at 15:16 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005977-2021
- 13 Jan 2021 at 09:08 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000630-2021

## Notice URLs

- http://www.strath.ac.uk/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00113
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/esop/pts-host/public/pts/web/login.html

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