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title: "PPE Ref 6798 Direct award for the Purchase of a three (3) Year Maintenance Contract for the University of Glasgow Zeiss Spinning Disc Live Cell Imaging Microscope."
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# PPE Ref 6798 Direct award for the Purchase of a three (3) Year Maintenance Contract for the University of Glasgow Zeiss Spinning Disc Live Cell Imaging Microscope.

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000643394

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## Summary

The University of Glasgow has successfully completed the procurement process for the three-year maintenance contract of its Zeiss Spinning Disc Live Cell Imaging Microscope, initiated through a direct award under the open procurement method. This procurement, designated as PPE Ref 6798, was concluded on 25th January 2021, with a contract value of £55,209.60. The contract's primary objective was to ensure ongoing maintenance support for an essential piece of equipment in the education sector, situated in Glasgow, UK. This procurement falls under the goods category within the framework of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015, allowing for direct awards due to the absence of competition for technical reasons.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in medical or scientific equipment maintenance and support services. Companies that offer similar technical expertise, particularly those categorised as small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), would be well-suited to explore future procurements in this area. By establishing a relationship with a prominent educational institution like the University of Glasgow, businesses can enhance their visibility and expand their portfolio in the scientific research community.

## Notice

PPE Ref 6798 Direct award for the Purchase of a three (3) Year Maintenance Contract for the University of Glasgow Zeiss Spinning Disc Live Cell Imaging Microscope.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

PPE Ref 6798 Direct award for the Purchase of a three (3) Year Maintenance Contract for the University of Glasgow Zeiss Spinning Disc Live Cell Imaging Microscope. Direct award for the Purchase of a three (3) Year Maintenance Contract for the University of Glasgow Zeiss Spinning Disc Live Cell Imaging Microscope. This item was procured via tender in 2013 with reference PURCH0848 and ongoing maintenance is required. Competition is absent for technical reasons under Regulation 33(1)(b)(ii) of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015 ("PC(S)R 2015") (the sole supplier exemption).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB406510 |
| 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 | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Feb 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Jan 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 | £55,209 |

## 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 | CARL ZEISS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38510000 - Microscopes

## Release History

- 11 Feb 2021 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB406510

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB406510
  PPE Ref 6798 Direct award for the Purchase of a three (3) Year Maintenance Contract for the University of Glasgow Zeiss Spinning Disc Live Cell Imaging Microscope. - PPE Ref 6798 Direct award for the Purchase of a three (3) Year Maintenance Contract for the University of Glasgow Zeiss Spinning Disc Live Cell Imaging Microscope.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.gla.ac.uk/
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000643394

## Provenance

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