--- title: "PURCH2854 Provision of Direct Write Laser Lithography Tool" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0694ff" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0694ff" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0694ff.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0694ff.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW" published: "2026-05-08" --- # PURCH2854 Provision of Direct Write Laser Lithography Tool Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0694ff [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0694ff) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0694ff.json) ## Summary The University of Glasgow is currently in the tender stage of its procurement process titled "PURCH2854 Provision of Direct Write Laser Lithography Tool." This initiative falls under the laboratory, optical, and precision equipment industry category, specifically excluding glasses. The procurement is located in Glasgow, United Kingdom, with a deadline for tender submissions by 12:00 PM on 9th June 2026. The procurement process is being conducted through a competitive procedure with negotiation as per Regulation 30 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015. Interested suppliers must ensure submissions are made electronically via the Public Contracts Scotland website to meet the specified deadline. This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for companies specialising in precision laboratory and optical equipment. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs), as well as businesses focused on community benefits such as employment and training opportunities, will find this tender aligns with their capacities and values. The University of Glasgow is seeking to partner with suppliers who can contribute positively to local employment and up-skilling, making this an appealing proposition for organisations dedicated to producing substantial community impacts. Additionally, engaging in this tender process can strengthen a company's presence in the educational and public sector markets within the UK. ## Notice PURCH2854 Provision of Direct Write Laser Lithography Tool 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 PURCH2854 Provision of Direct Write Laser Lithography Tool 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). The University of Glasgow wishes to procure a Direct Write Laser Lithography Tool. Please refer to the PURCH2854 - Schedule 1A - ITT document for additional information and specification. Renewal: A minimum period of 12 months warranty with the option to extend for two further periods of up to 12 months. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042657-2026 | | 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 | 8 May 2026 | | Submission deadline | 9 Jun 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 - 8 May 2026 at 14:46 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042657-2026 ## Notice URLs - http://www.gla.ac.uk/ - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/default.aspx - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000831499 - 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=831499 - 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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