--- title: "PURCH2926 Provision of X-Ray Test & Inspection System for R&D and Pilot-Scale Operation" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0687bc" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0687bc" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0687bc.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0687bc.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW" published: "2026-04-21" --- # PURCH2926 Provision of X-Ray Test & Inspection System for R&D and Pilot-Scale Operation Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0687bc [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0687bc) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0687bc.json) ## Summary The University of Glasgow is inviting tenders for the procurement of an X-Ray Test & Inspection System to support R&D and pilot-scale operations. This initiative focuses on laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, specifically under CPV category 38000000. The procurement process is currently active and taking place in Glasgow, with submissions expected by 21 May 2026, at 12:00. The tender utilises a Competitive Procedure with Negotiation, which is designed to efficiently evaluate suppliers' responses. Suppliers must submit their electronic responses via the Public Contracts Scotland platform, as no paper copies will be accepted. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the laboratory equipment sector, particularly those with the capacity to provide sophisticated X-Ray analysis tools. Suitable candidates are likely to be companies specialised in developing technologies for complex systems, with a demonstrated commitment to community benefits such as employment and training for priority groups and developing supply-chain opportunities for SMEs. The procurement requires businesses to hold sufficient liability insurance and demonstrate financial robustness. This process could prove beneficial for companies seeking to expand their market presence in innovative R&D solutions and foster collaboration with a prestigious educational institution. ## Notice PURCH2926 Provision of X-Ray Test & Inspection System for R&D and Pilot-Scale Operation 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 PURCH2926 Provision of X-Ray Test & Inspection System for R&D and Pilot-Scale Operation The University wishes to procure an X-Ray test and inspection tool suitable for R&D and pilot-scale operation, capable of analysing different sample sizes, materials, composition and complex systems. The X-Ray analysis tool is crucial for ANALOGUE Facility to analyse interposers, bonded connections and chips/chiplets. The tool will be placed in ARC 124 laboratory, Bidders should ensure to consider the overall weight and height requirements noted in the ITT document and the triphasic power plugs. This procurement process is being conducted using the Competitive Procedure with Negotiation (CPN) in accordance with the requirements of Regulation 30 of the PC(S)R 2015. Although this procurement is being conducted under the Competitive Procedure with Negotiation (CPN), it is structured differently from a typical CPN process. This approach has been adopted to enhance the efficiency of evaluating supplier responses across both stages (SPD and ITT). Please refer to the PURCH2926 - Schedule 1A - ITT document for additional information and specification. Renewal: A minimum period of 12 months with the option to extend for up to 4 x 12 month additional periods. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036248-2026 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Competitive procedure with negotiation | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 21 Apr 2026 | | Submission deadline | 21 May 2026 | | 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 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 | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) ### Codes - 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) ## Release History - 21 Apr 2026 at 14:40 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036248-2026 ## Notice URLs - http://www.gla.ac.uk/ - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/default.aspx - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000829970 - https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/ - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=829970 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00108 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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