---
title: "School of Physics and Astronomy: Upgrade of EPR Spectrometer System"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000626580"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF ST ANDREWS"
published: "2020-07-28"
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# School of Physics and Astronomy: Upgrade of EPR Spectrometer System

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF ST ANDREWS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000626580

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## Summary

The University of St Andrews has successfully completed a procurement process for the upgrade of the EPR Spectrometer System within its School of Physics and Astronomy. This project involved replacing the Transputer ELEXSYS E580 FT/CW EPR Spectrometer System with new digital units and a LINUX acquisition server. The contract was awarded through a limited procurement method without prior competition, specifically due to the technical complexities of integrating the new equipment with existing installations. The contract, valued at £352,370, was signed on 17th July 2020, and deliveries are to be made in St Andrews, UK.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in scientific equipment upgrades and IT services, particularly those with experience in EPR spectrometry and related technologies. Companies that operate within the education sector or supply advanced analytical instruments would find themselves well-positioned to respond to similar tenders from universities and research institutions. Engaging in such projects not only enhances visibility within the academic community but also fosters long-term relationships that can lead to future contracts and collaborations.

## Notice

Upgrade of Transputer ELEXSYS E580 FT/CW EPR Spectrometer System to New Digital Units and LINUX Acquisition Server

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Upgrade of Transputer ELEXSYS E580 FT/CW EPR Spectrometer System to New Digital Units and LINUX Acquisition Server. All tenders for the University of St Andrews are administered through our eTendering System (InTend).To Express an Interest please go tou our tender website at https://intendhost.co.uk/universityofstandrews Please note that 'Notes of Interest' placed via PCS (Public Contracts Scotland) are not automatically accepted

### Procurement Information

Equipment is for upgrade and extension of an existing installation. Any change in supplier would result in incompatibility and technical difficulties in the operation and maintenance of the existing equipment.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL391467 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F15 - Voluntary Ex Ante Transparency Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Jul 2020 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Jul 2020 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £352,370 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF ST ANDREWS |
| Locality | ST ANDREWS |
| Post town | Kirkcaldy |
| Postcode | KY16 9LB |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM0 Eastern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM01 Clackmannanshire and Fife |
| Local authority | Fife |
| Electoral ward | St Andrews |
| Westminster constituency | North East Fife |
| Delivery location | TLM72 Clackmannanshire and Fife |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38433000 - Spectrometers

## Release History

- 28 Jul 2020 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F15 - Voluntary Ex Ante Transparency Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL391467

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL391467
  School of Physics and Astronomy: Upgrade of EPR Spectrometer System - Upgrade of Transputer ELEXSYS E580 FT/CW EPR Spectrometer System to New Digital Units and LINUX Acquisition Server

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=626580
- http://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/staff/money/procurement/
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000626580
- https://intendhost.co.uk/universityofstandrews

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