---
title: "PURCH1879 Provision Of A Contract For An Automated Petrographic Microscope Enabling Correlative Studies"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000639219"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW"
published: "2021-03-25"
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# PURCH1879 Provision Of A Contract For An Automated Petrographic Microscope Enabling Correlative Studies

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000639219

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## Summary

The University of Glasgow is seeking suppliers for the provision of an Automated Petrographic Microscope, as detailed in their tender titled "PURCH1879 Provision Of A Contract For An Automated Petrographic Microscope Enabling Correlative Studies". This procurement falls within the education sector, and the location for delivery is Glasgow, UK. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, which promotes transparency and accessibility. Key dates include the tender submission deadline on 25th January 2021, with the contract already awarded on 18th February 2021, valued at £56,650. The relevant classifications indicate that this procurement is primarily for goods.

This tender provides an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in scientific equipment, particularly those involved in the manufacturing of automation and microscopy-related products. Companies with a track record in supplying high-quality educational tools or who can provide enhanced research capabilities in geosciences would be particularly well-suited to compete. The focus on advanced technology in an educational setting opens pathways for innovation-focused small and medium enterprises (SMEs) seeking to expand their market reach in academic and scientific sectors.

## Notice

AWARD OF PURCH1879 PROVISION OF A CONTRACT FOR AN AUTOMATED PETROGRAPHIC MICROSCOPE ENABLING CORRELATIVE STUDIES

### Lot Information

Lot 1

AWARD OF PURCH1879 PROVISION OF A CONTRACT FOR AN AUTOMATED PETROGRAPHIC MICROSCOPE ENABLING CORRELATIVE STUDIES One off contract with 12 month warranty with the option to purchase further warranty.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR410369 |
| 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 | 25 Mar 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Jan 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Feb 2021 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £56,650 |

## 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 | METPREP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38510000 - Microscopes

## Release History

- 25 Mar 2021 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR410369
- 16 Dec 2020 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC402250

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC402250&idx=5
  16th December 2020 - PURCH1879 C&SRM Stakeholder Feedback Summary Evaluation Appendix 2
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC402250&idx=6
  16th December 2020 - PURCH1879 ESPD Qualification
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC402250&idx=7
  16th December 2020 - PURCH1879-Non-compliance template
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC402250&idx=8
  16th December 2020 - SUSTAINABLE PROCUREMENT PROGRAMME - CODE OF CONDUCT_B
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC402250&idx=1
  16th December 2020 - PURCH1879 Invitation to Tender_Goods or Services - FINAL
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC402250&idx=2
  16th December 2020 - PR40-059-B Whole Life Cost Model PURCH1879
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC402250&idx=3
  16th December 2020 - PURCH1879 Agreement for the Purchase of Goods and Services
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC402250&idx=4
  16th December 2020 - PURCH1879 C&SRM KPI Template Appendix 1
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC402250
  PURCH1879 Provision Of A Contract For An Automated Petrographic Microscope Enabling Correlative Studies - PURCH1879 Provision Of A Contract For An Automated Petrographic Microscope Enabling Correlative Studies Tender documents available from Public Contracts Scotland. Tender returns should be submitted via Public Contracts Scotland, no paper copies will be accepted. Should paper tenders be submitted, they will be rejected. Further to this any questions or communications regarding individual tender exercises must be sent via the Public Contracts Scotland Portal. Tender queries received through any other channel will not be answered. Should users of Public Contracts Scotland have any problems with the web site they should contact website Support Desk, contact details can be found by following the 'Contact Us' option on the left hand menu at http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/default.aspx
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR410369
  PURCH1879 Provision Of A Contract For An Automated Petrographic Microscope Enabling Correlative Studies - AWARD OF PURCH1879 PROVISION OF A CONTRACT FOR AN AUTOMATED PETROGRAPHIC MICROSCOPE ENABLING CORRELATIVE STUDIES

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.gla.ac.uk/
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/default.aspx
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000639219
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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