---
title: "Scanning Electron Microscope with Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000626904"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "HERIOT-WATT UNIVERSITY"
published: "2020-11-04"
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# Scanning Electron Microscope with Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy

Buyer: HERIOT-WATT UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000626904

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## Summary

Heriot-Watt University is currently engaged in a procurement process to acquire a Scanning Electron Microscope with Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy (EDS). This project falls under the education sector and is located at the university's Riccarton campus in Edinburgh, UK. The procurement method selected is an open procedure, and the tender was initiated on 30th July 2020, with the submission deadline for bids set for 4th September 2020. The selection criteria prioritised technical capabilities and included a minimum turnover requirement of £280,000 for potential contractors over the last two years.

This tender represents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in scientific equipment, particularly those focusing on advanced microscopy solutions. Suppliers experienced in delivering sophisticated imaging systems suitable for educational institutions, especially those with a strong track record in the medical device development field, are encouraged to participate. Additionally, companies that can meet the specified insurance and financial requirements, along with the technical standards outlined, stand to benefit from this contract, thus expanding their market presence and reinforcing their capabilities in the academic sector.

## Notice

The University is seeking a Contractor to supply, deliver and install a Scanning Electron Microscope [SEM] with Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy [EDS]. The system should be capable of being operated by non-specialist microscopists (research associates and PhD students) for general work associated with medical device development.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The University is seeking a Contractor to supply, deliver and install a Scanning Electron Microscope [SEM] with Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy [EDS]. The system should be capable of being operated by non-specialist microscopists (research associates and PhD students) for general work associated with medical device development.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV398809 |
| 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 | 4 Nov 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Sep 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Nov 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 | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | HERIOT-WATT UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | RICCARTON, EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH14 4AP |
| 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 | Pentland Hills |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh South West |
| Delivery location | TLM75 City of Edinburgh |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | TESCAN-UK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

## Release History

- 4 Nov 2020 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV398809
- 30 Jul 2020 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL391515

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL391515
  Scanning Electron Microscope with Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy - The University is seeking a Contractor to supply, deliver and install a Scanning Electron Microscope [SEM] with Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy [EDS]. The system should be capable of being operated by non-specialist microscopists (research associates and PhD students) for general work associated with medical device development.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV398809
  Scanning Electron Microscope with Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy - The University is seeking a Contractor to supply, deliver and install a Scanning Electron Microscope [SEM] with Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy [EDS]. The system should be capable of being operated by non-specialist microscopists (research associates and PhD students) for general work associated with medical device development.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://hw.ac.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000626904
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/esop/toolkit/dashboard/dashboard.do?VISITORID=d60cceef-2652-430b-8bff-bb9a99e63f2a&_ncp=1596117571762.149689-1

## Provenance

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