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title: "Multi-Purpose X-ray Diffractometer"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000632923"
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buyer: "HERIOT-WATT UNIVERSITY"
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# Multi-Purpose X-ray Diffractometer

Buyer: HERIOT-WATT UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000632923

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Multi-Purpose X-ray Diffractometer" is being conducted by Heriot-Watt University, located in Riccarton, Edinburgh. This initiative falls under the goods category and is at the active tender stage, with submissions due by 9th November 2020. The contract will involve the supply, delivery, and installation of sophisticated equipment capable of performing X-ray powder diffraction and scattering. The procurement method is open, which allows for a wider pool of bidders, and it is governed by the regulations of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in scientific equipment and technology, particularly those capable of supplying advanced analytical tools for research and development. Companies that manufacture or distribute X-ray diffractometers or related technology may find this tender especially relevant. Additionally, firms that can ensure compliance with financial and insurance requirements, as well as those with a proven track record of reliability and technical expertise, will be well-placed to compete effectively in this tender process.

## Notice

The University is seeking a Contractor to supply, deliver and install a a multipurpose X-ray diffractometer to undertake X-ray powder diffraction (XRD) and small angle and wide angle (SAXS and WAXS) scattering. Samples include polycrystalline inorganic solids and nanomaterials and polymer powders and films and composite materials

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The University is seeking a Contractor to supply, deliver and install a a multipurpose X-ray diffractometer to undertake X-ray powder diffraction (XRD) and small angle and wide angle (SAXS and WAXS) scattering. Samples include polycrystalline inorganic solids and nanomaterials and polymer powders and films and composite materials. Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC402506 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Dec 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Nov 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Dec 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 | MALVERN PANALYTICAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 16 Dec 2020 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC402506
- 8 Oct 2020 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT396898

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT396898
  Multi-Purpose X-ray Diffractometer - The University is seeking a Contractor to supply, deliver and install a a multipurpose X-ray diffractometer to undertake X-ray powder diffraction (XRD) and small angle and wide angle (SAXS and WAXS) scattering. Samples include polycrystalline inorganic solids and nanomaterials and polymer powders and films and composite materials
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC402506
  Multi-Purpose X-ray Diffractometer - The University is seeking a Contractor to supply, deliver and install a a multipurpose X-ray diffractometer to undertake X-ray powder diffraction (XRD) and small angle and wide angle (SAXS and WAXS) scattering. Samples include polycrystalline inorganic solids and nanomaterials and polymer powders and films and composite materials

## 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-r6ebe6-0000632923
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/esop/pts-host/public/pts/web/login.html

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