---
title: "Award of PURCH1578 Confocal Microscope"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000539360"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW"
published: "2018-06-15"
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# Award of PURCH1578 Confocal Microscope

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000539360

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## Summary

The University of Glasgow is currently engaged in the procurement process for a Confocal and Super Resolution Laser Scanning Microscope, titled "PURCH1578". This tender falls under the industry category of Education and is located in Glasgow, UK. The procurement method is an open procedure, with the tender period ending on 26 April 2018. The award for this contract has already been made to Carl Zeiss Ltd, with the contract signed on 8 June 2018, amounting to £176,524. Details regarding the award can be accessed through public documents provided by the University of Glasgow.

This tender presents significant opportunities for companies in the scientific equipment supply sector, particularly those capable of providing advanced imaging technology. Businesses that specialise in high-precision laboratory instruments and have the capability to deliver strong after-sales support may find this contract particularly appealing. Furthermore, SMEs in the educational materials industry could leverage this contract to enhance their market presence and establish long-term relationships with the University of Glasgow.

## Notice

Award of PURCH1578 Confocal and Super Resolution Laser Scanning Microscope.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Award of PURCH1578 Provision of a Confocal and Super resolution laser scanning microscope.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN322249 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Jun 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Apr 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Jun 2018 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £176,524 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Active |

## 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 | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CARL ZEISS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38510000 - Microscopes

## Release History

- 15 Jun 2018 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN322249
- 12 Apr 2018 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR316543

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR316543&idx=2
  12th April 2018 - PURCH1578 Whole Life Cost Model
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR316543&idx=3
  12th April 2018 - PURCH1578-Agreement for the Purchase of Goods and Services
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR316543&idx=4
  12th April 2018 - PURCH1578-Non-compliance template
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR316543&idx=5
  12th April 2018 - PURCH1578 SUSTAINABLE PROCUREMENT PROGRAMME - CODE OF CONDUCT_B
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR316543&idx=6
  12th April 2018 - PURCH1578 ESPD Qualification
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR316543&idx=1
  12th April 2018 - PURCH1578 Tender
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR316543
  PURCH1578 A Confocal and Super Resolution Laser Scanning Microscope - PURCH1578 A Confocal and Super Resolution Laser Scanning Microscope. 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
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN322249
  Award of PURCH1578 Confocal Microscope - Award of PURCH1578 Confocal and Super Resolution Laser Scanning Microscope.

## Notice URLs

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- http://www.gla.ac.uk/
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/
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## Provenance

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