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title: "Thermogravimetric Analysis and Differential Scanning Calorimetry Device"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05028d"
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# Thermogravimetric Analysis and Differential Scanning Calorimetry Device

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05028d

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## Summary

The University of Edinburgh has successfully completed a procurement process for acquiring the Thermogravimetric Analysis and Differential Scanning Calorimetry Device. This device, essential for the School of Engineering, will facilitate advanced laboratory analysis by broadening the range of test conditions. This tender, classified under laboratory, optical and precision equipment, falls within the goods category. Located in Edinburgh, UKM75, the procurement was executed through a limited method, selecting Netzsch instrument UK PLC as the supplier without prior publication of a call for competition due to technical reasons. The contract was signed on 14th April 2025, marking the award stage of this acquisition process.

This tender demonstrates significant opportunities for businesses within the laboratory equipment industry who specialise in technical and precise instruments. Netzsch instrument UK PLC, leveraging their unique capabilities, were able to supply a device that meets the specific operational specifications of the University, highlighting the importance of technical superiority. Such tenders create growth prospects for companies that focus on high-precision technological offerings and innovation. It provides an example for businesses aiming to engage in non-competitive procurement processes by offering niche solutions suited for academic or complex research settings.

## Notice

The School of Engineering required an instrument that has the ability to do both Thermogravimetry (TGA for measuring mass changes) and Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC for measuring energy conversion) analysis from -150C to over +1000C. The reason that this is a necessary element to the School of Engineering is because the equipment is utilised by dozens of researchers across a number of research groups. Adding as much breadth to the device as possible allows for the School of Engineering to be able to process samples under a wider range of test conditions using just one instrument. This instrument will be used to analyse the thermal stability property of numerous kinds of novel materials, including catalysts, separation membranes, composite materials, nanomaterials and much more. To be able to effectively analyse the thermal stability properties of the above it is necessary to be able to go into the negative temperature ranges. The temperature range is unique to the Netzsch device as no other supplier is able to match this range and do both TGA/DSC. Therefore, for technical reasons the University of Edinburgh purchased the Simultaneous Thermal Analysis Device.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The School of Engineering required an instrument that has the ability to do both Thermogravimetry (TGA for measuring mass changes) and Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC for measuring energy conversion) analysis from -150C to over +1000C. The reason that this is a necessary element to the School of Engineering is because the equipment is utilised by dozens of researchers across a number of research groups. Adding as much breadth to the device as possible allows for the School of Engineering to be able to process samples under a wider range of test conditions using just one instrument. This instrument will be used to analyse the thermal stability property of numerous kinds of novel materials, including catalysts, separation membranes, composite materials, nanomaterials and much more. To be able to effectively analyse the thermal stability properties of the above it is necessary to be able to go into the negative temperature ranges. The temperature range is unique to the Netzsch device as no other supplier is able to match this range and do both TGA/DSC. Therefore, for technical reasons the University of Edinburgh purchased the Simultaneous Thermal Analysis Device.

### Procurement Information

The School of Engineering required an instrument that has the ability to do both Thermogravimetry (TGA for measuring mass changes) and Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC for measuring energy conversion) analysis from -150C to over +1000C. The reason that this is a necessary element to the School of Engineering is because the equipment is utilised by dozens of researchers across a number of research groups. Adding as much breadth to the device as possible allows for the School of Engineering to be able to process samples under a wider range of test conditions using just one instrument. This instrument will be used to analyse the thermal stability property of numerous kinds of novel materials, including catalysts, separation membranes, composite materials, nanomaterials and much more. To be able to effectively analyse the thermal stability properties of the above it is necessary to be able to go into the negative temperature ranges.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030992-2025 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Jun 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Apr 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 | £157,889 |

## Status

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

## 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | NETZSCH INSTRUMENT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

## Release History

- 9 Jun 2025 at 13:52 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030992-2025
- 14 Apr 2025 at 13:18 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014979-2025

## Notice URLs

- http://www.ed.ac.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000796308
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00107

## Provenance

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