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title: "X-Ray Sources Framework"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-069d36"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH"
published: "2026-05-20"
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# X-Ray Sources Framework

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-069d36

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## Summary

The University of Edinburgh is currently in the tender stage for its "X-Ray Sources Framework" procurement process, which falls under the industry category of laboratory, optical and precision equipments. This opportunity, announced with the project code 31871, aims to establish a framework agreement for supplying X-Ray irradiation systems, beneficial for projects involving research, medical, and veterinary applications. The procurement process is being conducted via the PCS-Tender platform with an open procedure method, allowing a broad spectrum of suppliers to participate. Interested parties should be aware that the tender deadline is on 19th June 2026, with the award period and bid opening set to commence on the same day at noon UK time. The location for this procurement is Edinburgh and the surrounding South East Scotland region, with community benefits included as a consideration in the tender requirements.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in laboratory and precision equipment to engage with a prestigious institution like the University of Edinburgh. The framework aims to attract leading providers in the market, indicating that businesses with advanced technical capabilities and competitive pricing will be well-suited to compete. The University is keen on suppliers who can provide solutions that align with their community benefit priorities, offering additional value beyond the primary contractual obligations. Businesses that can leverage electronic submission methods effectively and who meet the selection criteria outlined in the procurement documents have the potential to secure ongoing contracts, thanks to the framework's possibilities of extensions. This presents an encouraging growth opportunity for companies looking to expand their portfolio within the public sector and contribute positively to community initiatives.

## Notice

The University of Edinburgh has a requirement for X-Ray irradiation systems to fulfil a variety of project requirements. These include research, medical and veterinary applications. We are seeking to establish a framework of leading market providers to fulfil these requirements over the term.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The University of Edinburgh has a requirement for X-Ray irradiation systems to fulfil a variety of project requirements. These include research, medical and veterinary applications. We are seeking to establish a framework of leading market providers to fulfil these requirements over the term.

Renewal: 4 additional extensions of 12 months each.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046291-2026 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 19 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 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 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 20 May 2026 at 11:06 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046291-2026

## Notice URLs

- http://www.ed.ac.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000832451
- https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00107
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk

## Provenance

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