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title: "9.4T Pre-Clinical Scanner, 2 phase, Chancellors"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000593748"
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# 9.4T Pre-Clinical Scanner, 2 phase, Chancellors

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000593748

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## Summary

The University of Edinburgh is seeking to enhance its research capabilities through the procurement of a 9.4T Pre-Clinical Scanner, part of a two-phase initiative. This tender, which is currently in the Award stage, specifically pertains to Phase 2 equipment, including a 9.4T magnet and associated systems. The deadline for this procurement process was on August 2, 2019, with the contract awarded to Bruker UK Limited. This procurement falls under the education sector and is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA), with delivery located at the University of Edinburgh’s Molecular Physiology Department.

This tender presents significant opportunities for companies specialising in high-technology medical equipment, particularly those with capabilities in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Businesses that can provide advanced medical devices, warranty services, and support contracts would be well-positioned to compete in this arena. As the University continues to expand its research programmes, suppliers offering innovative solutions and reliable service are likely to find favourable prospects in similar future contracts.

## Notice

The University tendered to replace the existing Agilent 7T preclinical MRI system, as it is necessary to maintain and enhance our research programmes. The tender was published as one package but is split into two clear requirements, as each will have their own delivery schedules; Phase 1 - workstations, software, amplifiers. Phase 2 - 9.4T magnet, gradient sets, animal positioning system, RF coils. Possible replacement of gradient amplifiers and water chiller. THIS NOTICE IS FOR PHASE 2 EQUIPMENT ONLY Notice for Phase 1: APR315357

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The mini-tender was instigated during November 2017 and the below suppliers were invited to tender in accordance with Lot 2 of the NWUPC framework agreement Lab3052 NW - HVLE, Magnetic Resonance Equipment (MRI), on a competitive basis. a. Bruker b. GE Medical c. Philips d. Siemens Only Bruker UK Ltd responded with an offer to the mini-tender. The End User and Procurement teams confirmed that the Bruker offer met all minimum and technical standards, therefore, their offer was accepted. The mini tender included both phase 1 and phase 2 to ensure a complete and compatible package was available from a single supplier. THIS NOTICE IS A FOLLOW ON FROM APR315357

Options: Additional purchases were described in the Contract Notice for Phase 1; "Phase 2 equipment - 9.4T magnet, gradient sets, animal positioning system, RF coils. Possible replacement of gradient amplifiers and water chiller." This notice is explicitly for these additional options. Service contracts will be paid for annually in advance but their costs up until year 5 have been accounted for here; Cost of initial equipment + 12 months warranty = GBP 1,455,715.00 Cost of an additional 4 years warranty = GBP 272,000.00 (68k per annum) Total = GBP 1,727,715.00

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG362655 |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Aug 2019 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Aug 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 | £1,727,715 |

## Status

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

## 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BRUKER |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33113000 - Magnetic resonance imaging equipment

## Release History

- 8 Aug 2019 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG362655

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG362655
  9.4T Pre-Clinical Scanner, 2 phase, Chancellors - The University tendered to replace the existing Agilent 7T preclinical MRI system, as it is necessary to maintain and enhance our research programmes. The tender was published as one package but is split into two clear requirements, as each will have their own delivery schedules; Phase 1 - workstations, software, amplifiers. Phase 2 - 9.4T magnet, gradient sets, animal positioning system, RF coils. Possible replacement of gradient amplifiers and water chiller. THIS NOTICE IS FOR PHASE 2 EQUIPMENT ONLY Notice for Phase 1: APR315357

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.ed.ac.uk/schools-departments/procurement/supplying
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000593748

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