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title: "PURCH2379 PROVISION OF A (SCANNING) TRANSMISSION ELECTRON MICROSCOPE"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-046950"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW"
published: "2024-10-23"
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# PURCH2379 PROVISION OF A (SCANNING) TRANSMISSION ELECTRON MICROSCOPE

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-046950

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## Summary

The University of Glasgow has completed a procurement process titled "PURCH2379 PROVISION OF A (SCANNING) TRANSMISSION ELECTRON MICROSCOPE" within the category of microscopes (CPV: 38510000). This procurement, utilising the open procedure, falls under the "goods" procurement category. The electron microscope is intended to enhance the capabilities of the Kelvin Nanocharacterisation Centre in Glasgow, UK (postcode G12 8QQ). The contract was awarded to FEI UK Ltd for £3,920,724 on 3 October 2024. Key evaluation criteria included technical specification (55%), delivery, installation, acceptance and support (15%), and price (30%). The procurement covered by the GPA spanned from initial tendering stages up to the award completion on 23 October 2024.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses in the high-technology and scientific equipment industries, particularly those specialising in electron microscopy and similar instrumentation. SMEs with robust capabilities in providing and supporting advanced scientific equipment were well-suited for this contract, as evidenced by the successful bid from FEI UK Ltd. The University of Glasgow's emphasis on community benefits—such as employment and training opportunities, supply-chain development and educational support—highlights the broader socio-economic potential for businesses looking to align with such public projects. This contract not only supports advanced research but also offers a significant platform for businesses to demonstrate technical excellence and community engagement.

## Notice

AWARD FOR PURCH2379 PROVISION OF A (SCANNING) TRANSMISSION ELECTRON MICROSCOPE

### Lot Information

Lot 1

AWARD OF PURCH2379 PROVISION OF A (SCANNING) TRANSMISSION ELECTRON MICROSCOPE

Renewal: Fixed term period of 2 years with an extension period of 3 x 12 months.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034262-2024 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| 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 | 23 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Jun 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Oct 2024 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £3,920,724 |

## Status

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38510000 - Microscopes

## Release History

- 23 Oct 2024 at 09:13 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034262-2024
- 28 Jun 2024 at 11:24 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019795-2024
- 3 Jun 2024 at 09:41 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017116-2024
- 21 May 2024 at 13:58 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016035-2024

## Notice URLs

- http://www.gla.ac.uk/
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000767203
- 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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