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title: "PURCH2394 Provision Of Framework Agreement For A 3d Singe Cell Multi-Omic Laser"
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# PURCH2394 Provision Of Framework Agreement For A 3d Singe Cell Multi-Omic Laser

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-045a13

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## Summary

The University of Glasgow has awarded the contract for the provision of a 3D single cell multi-omic laser to Stellaromics, Inc. This tender, referenced as PURCH2394, falls under the industry category of electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment, and consumables, with a focus on goods. The process utilised an open procedure, leading to the successful award on January 17, 2025, after an accelerated procurement. The delivery location for the goods is Glasgow, within the region code UKM82. The contract, valued at £384,000, includes options for extending servicing for three additional year-long periods following the initial warranty period. The procurement stage for this contract has moved past the award phase and is marked as complete as of the most recent update in February 2025.

This contract presents significant business growth opportunities for companies specialising in advanced imaging technology and laboratory equipment, particularly those capable of providing high-resolution, multi-omic laser systems. Businesses with a strong track record in technical specifications, service support, software solutions, training, and efficient delivery and installation processes are well-suited to compete in such tenders. Additionally, given the concern for community benefits and value-for-money criteria, SMEs and other organisations contributing to local employment and training initiatives, as well as supply chain development, will find this an appealing opportunity. The University’s commitment to community engagement further incentivises participation from businesses aligned with these values.

## Notice

PURCH2394 Provision Of Framework Agreement For A 3d Singe Cell Multi-Omic Laser. A One Off Purchase For The Equipment With The Option To Extend Servicing For 3x 12 Months Following The Initial Warranty Period. 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

PURCH2394 Provision Of Framework Agreement For A 3d Singe Cell Multi-Omic Laser. A One Off Purchase For The Equipment With The Option To Extend Servicing For 3x 12 Months Following The Initial Warranty Period. The University requires a 3-Dimensional multi-omic single cell imaging platform capable of capturing both 1000s of mRNA molecules, ribosomal RNA and proteins in thick sections of tissue (up to 200um thick) deploying a confocal microscope system. It must have the ability to analysis frozen tissue and paraffin embedded tissue. It must have the ability to run multiple samples simultaneously. It is important that we resolve sub cellular localisation of RNA molecules at high plex and therefore it is important that the resolution is capable of

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006090-2025 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Jul 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Jan 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £384,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Unsuccessful |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active, Unsuccessful |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW |
| Locality | GLASGOW |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G12 8QQ |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City |
| Local authority | Glasgow City |
| Electoral ward | Hillhead |
| Westminster constituency | Glasgow North |
| Delivery location | TLM82 Glasgow City |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | STELLAROMICS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

### Codes

- 31000000 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

## Release History

- 20 Feb 2025 at 10:25 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006090-2025
- 21 Jan 2025 at 09:28 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001969-2025
- 18 Jun 2024 at 10:29 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018719-2024
- 16 May 2024 at 11:32 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015565-2024

## Notice URLs

- http://www.gla.ac.uk/
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/default.aspx
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000766853
- https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/procurementoffice/informationforsuppliers/allsuppliers/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00108

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