---
title: "Award for PURCH1603 for the Provision of a SQUID Magnetometer"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000553447"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW"
published: "2019-05-13"
---

# Award for PURCH1603 for the Provision of a SQUID Magnetometer

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000553447

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by the University of Glasgow involves the title "PURCH1603 for the Provision of a SQUID Magnetometer." This contract falls under the education industry category and is located in Glasgow. Currently, the procurement stage is complete, following the open tender method, with the total contract value being £498,000. The contract was signed on 1st February 2019, with prior key dates including the end of the tender period on 12th September 2018, and the award period commencing on the same day.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses, especially those specialising in scientific equipment and technology, to engage with a prestigious academic institution. Companies with expertise in the design and provision of measurement instruments, particularly SQUID magnetometers and associated components, would be well-suited to compete. The successful supplier, Quantum Design UK and Ireland, reflects the type of established supplier that the University of Glasgow aims to partner with for future projects, highlighting the potential for growth in this niche market.

## Notice

Award notice for PURCH1603 for the Provision of a SQUID Magnetometer

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Award notice for PURCH1603 For the Provision of a SQUID Magnetometer.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY354256 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 May 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Sep 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Feb 2019 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £498,000 |

## 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 | QUANTUM DESIGN UK AND IRELAND |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38260000 - Magnetometer geophysical instruments

## Release History

- 13 May 2019 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY354256
- 10 Aug 2018 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG327829

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG327829&idx=1
  13th August 2018 - PURCH1603 Tender
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG327829&idx=2
  13th August 2018 - PURCH1603 Agreement for the Purchase of Goods and Services
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG327829&idx=3
  13th August 2018 - PURCH1603 ESPD Qualification
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG327829&idx=4
  13th August 2018 - PURCH1603 SUSTAINABLE PROCUREMENT PROGRAMME - CODE OF CONDUCT_B
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG327829&idx=5
  13th August 2018 - PURCH1603 Whole Life Cost Model
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG327829&idx=6
  13th August 2018 - PURCH1603-Non-compliance template
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG327829
  PURCH1603 for the Provision of a SQUID Magnetometer - PURCH1603 for the Provision of a SQUID Magnetometer 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=MAY354256
  Award for PURCH1603 for the Provision of a SQUID Magnetometer - Award notice for PURCH1603 for the Provision of a SQUID Magnetometer

## Notice URLs

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- http://www.gla.ac.uk/
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