---
title: "Direct Award for the Development and Fabrication of MEMS gravimeter components"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000602128"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW"
published: "2019-10-24"
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# Direct Award for the Development and Fabrication of MEMS gravimeter components

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000602128

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## Summary

The University of Glasgow has completed a direct award procurement process for the development and fabrication of MEMS gravimeter components, referenced as Internal PPE Ref 5078. This procurement falls within the goods category, specifically in the education industry, and took place in Glasgow, UK. The procurement method was open, and the contract value is £60,000, with the contract having been signed on 18th October 2019. The procurement process was conducted to comply with the reformed EU Public Procurement Directive regulations, allowing for a direct award due to the bespoke nature of the project.

This opportunity provides significant potential for businesses specialising in advanced technological solutions, particularly in the manufacturing sector, to expand their reach. Companies that offer bespoke engineering services or have expertise in the development of precision components, especially those with experience in MEMS technology, would be well-positioned to engage with similar contracts. Given the highly specialized nature of the work involved, businesses with a strong background in research and development, as well as those capable of delivering tailored solutions, may find substantial growth opportunities in future tenders conducted by the University of Glasgow and similar institutions.

## Notice

Direct Award for the Development and Fabrication of MEMS gravimeter components Reference number: Internal PPE Ref 5078

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Direct Award for the Development and Fabrication of MEMS gravimeter components Supplier is the sole provider for this project due to being a highly bespoke nature process. Direct award made to comply with the reformed EU Public Procurement Directive regulations for single source requirements. Reference: The Procurement (Scotland) Regulations 2016 - Regulation 6 Internal Procurement Policy Exception Form completed. Internal PPE Ref 5078.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT370029 |
| 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 | 24 Oct 2019 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Oct 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 | £60,000 |

## 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 | TLM82 Glasgow City |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | KELVIN NANOTECHNOLOGY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38280000 - Gravimeters

## Release History

- 24 Oct 2019 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT370029

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT370029
  Direct Award for the Development and Fabrication of MEMS gravimeter components - Direct Award for the Development and Fabrication of MEMS gravimeter components Reference number: Internal PPE Ref 5078

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.gla.ac.uk/
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000602128

## Provenance

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