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title: "Functional Ultrasound Scanner"
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# Functional Ultrasound Scanner

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-060b34

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## Summary

The University of Edinburgh has completed a procurement process for the acquisition of a functional ultrasound scanner, an advanced imaging device primarily aimed at non-invasive brain imaging. Categorised under medical ultrasound equipment, this procurement falls within the industry category of goods. The tender was concluded with the award of a contract to the supplier, ICONEUS, based in France. This process was conducted using a limited procurement method without prior publication of a competitive call, due to the technical uniqueness required. The awarding stage was finalised on 21st January 2026, with the contract being valued at €491,500, and the scanner will be delivered to the Edinburgh region (UKM75) in the United Kingdom.

This tender offers growth opportunities for businesses specialising in high-tech medical equipment manufacturing, particularly those able to supply niche diagnostic tools like the functional ultrasound scanner. The procurement method indicates a strong preference for suppliers with proprietary technology or unique capabilities, making this suitable for small to medium enterprises with specialised R&D departments. Businesses that can offer technical support, installation services, and training, as well as those that provide innovative solutions in medical imaging technology, would be well-positioned for similar future opportunities with institutions such as the University of Edinburgh, particularly within the realm of neuroscience and cardiovascular research.

## Notice

This contract award notice refers to the purchase of a functional ultrasound (fUS) scanner (not to be confused with FUS which is focused ultrasound - which is used for ultrasound therapy applications such as ablation)

### Lot Information

Lot 1

This contract award notice refers to the purchase of a functional ultrasound (fUS) scanner (not to be confused with FUS which is focussed ultrasound - which is used for ultrasound therapy applications such as ablation). Essential Scanner Features Non-invasive brain imaging: Imaging of brain blood flow dynamics in the mouse brain without the need to create an acoustic window High spatial resolution: Ability to achieve real-time spatial resolution better than 100 microns sufficient for visualising the mouse brain High temporal resolution: Ability to achieve temporal resolution better than 100 ms to enable dynamic imaging of brain blood flow Atlas registration: In-built Allen brain atlas so that the acquired brain images can be registered Functional connectivity analysis: In-built interactive software to build connectivity matrices, seed maps, and perform region-based analyses. Ultrasound localisation microscopy: Capability for super-resolution imaging and visualisation of the microvascular tree in the brain or other soft tissue organs, including associated analysis software. 3D imaging support: Ability to perform volumetric imaging and reconstruction of brain regions. Blood flow velocity analysis: Software to support calculation of the velocity of blood moving within the micro- vasculature of the brain or other soft tissue organs Portability and motorised scanning: Portable/moveable system with motorised scanning table and associated hardware to support ultrasound scanning of fixed-head or fixed-organ animals. Offline analysis: Full capability for offline data analysis, including export to standard analysis platforms (e.g. MATLAB, Python). Awake and anaesthetised imaging: System adaptable for both anaesthetised and awake mouse imaging, including head-fixation and behavioural setups. Physiological synchronisation: Compatibility with physiological monitoring systems (e.g. ECG, respiration) and synchronisation with external equipment such as stimulation, electrophysiology, or behavioural tracking systems. Upgrade and expandability: Modular design to support future hardware or software upgrades (e.g. dual-probe imaging, extended field-of-view). Training and technical support: Comprehensive technical support, including on-site installation, user training, software updates, and a warranty/maintenance plan.

### Procurement Information

The Centre for Cardiovascular Science within the Institute for Neuroscience and Cardiovascular Research has received funding to purchase a functional ultrasound (fUS) scanner (not to be confused with FUS, which is focused ultrasound, which is used for ultrasound therapy applications such as ablation).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005340-2026 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £491,500 |

## 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 | ICONEUS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33112300 - Ultrasound scanners

## Release History

- 21 Jan 2026 at 14:12 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005340-2026

## Notice URLs

- http://www.ed.ac.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000821275
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00107

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