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title: "X-Ray Powder Diffractometer"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02a0fe"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH"
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# X-Ray Powder Diffractometer

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02a0fe

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## Summary

The University of Edinburgh is currently conducting an open tender for the procurement of an X-Ray Powder Diffractometer, which includes the supply, installation, initial training, and technical services for the equipment. This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically within the diffraction apparatus industry. The submission deadline for bids is set for 3rd May 2021. The procurement process is active and taking place in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Bidders are required to adhere to specific minimum requirements and provide detailed qualifications as outlined in the standards set forth by the buyer.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in scientific equipment, installation services, and technical training. Companies that meet the economic criteria, with a minimum yearly turnover of £650,000 and the necessary insurance coverage, will be well-suited to compete. Businesses with expertise in quality management, environmental compliance, and safety standards—particularly those familiar with the relevant UK regulations and international laws—should consider this procurement to expand their operations and secure a long-term contract with a reputable institution.

## Notice

The UoE invites tenders for supply, installation, initial training and technical services in relation to an X-ray Powder diffractometer and associated variable temperature devices to cover the ranges, 12K -293K and 293K-1773K.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Open tender for an X-Ray Powder Diffractometer

Renewal: Duration of contract is 12 months with the option to extend for a further 48 months to cover extended warranty/service package if funds available

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006541-2021 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Mar 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 3 May 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH1 1HT |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh East and Musselburgh |
| Delivery location | TLM75 City of Edinburgh |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 38530000 - Diffraction apparatus

## Release History

- 30 Mar 2021 at 13:48 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006541-2021

## Notice URLs

- http://www.ed.ac.uk/schools-departments/procurement/supplying
- http://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2015/30/contents/enacted
- http://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2010/493/contents/made
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343
- http://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2010/15/contents
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00107

## Provenance

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