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title: "Direct Award of PURCH1912 For The Provision Of Three Microscopes To Produce State-Of-The-Art, High Quality Imaging Conservation, Curation And Collections Digitization"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000648934"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW"
published: "2021-03-30"
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# Direct Award of PURCH1912 For The Provision Of Three Microscopes To Produce State-Of-The-Art, High Quality Imaging Conservation, Curation And Collections Digitization

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000648934

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## Summary

The University of Glasgow has recently completed a tender process for the direct award of contract PURCH1912, which involves the provision of three microscopes designed for high-quality imaging in conservation, curation, and collections digitization. This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically related to microscopes and imaging equipment, and is situated in Glasgow, UK. The contract has a total value of £87,450 and was signed on 26th February 2021. The procurement method used was an open procedure under the framework agreement LAB1015AP.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in scientific equipment or imaging technology, to grow their market presence. Companies with expertise in high-quality imaging solutions or those that are able to provide innovative microscope technologies would find this process particularly relevant. Engaging with institutions such as the University of Glasgow not only opens doors for future contracts but also enhances visibility within the academic and research sectors, thereby facilitating further business expansion.

## Notice

Direct Award of PURCH1912 For The Provision Of Three Microscopes To Produce State-Of-The-Art, High Quality Imaging Conservation, Curation And Collections Digitization FROM LAB1015AP FRAMEWORK AGREEMENT FOR SUPPLY OF MICROSCOPES AND IMAGING EQUIPMENT LOT 1 & LOT 3 ONLY

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Direct Award of PURCH1912 For The Provision Of Three Microscopes To Produce State-Of-The-Art, High Quality Imaging Conservation, Curation And Collections Digitization FROM LAB1015AP FRAMEWORK AGREEMENT FOR SUPPLY OF MICROSCOPES AND IMAGING EQUIPMENT LOT 1 & LOT 3 ONLY

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR410693 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| 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 | 30 Mar 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 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 | £87,450 |

## 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

- 30 Mar 2021 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR410693

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR410693
  Direct Award of PURCH1912 For The Provision Of Three Microscopes To Produce State-Of-The-Art, High Quality Imaging Conservation, Curation And Collections Digitization - Direct Award of PURCH1912 For The Provision Of Three Microscopes To Produce State-Of-The-Art, High Quality Imaging Conservation, Curation And Collections Digitization FROM LAB1015AP FRAMEWORK AGREEMENT FOR SUPPLY OF MICROSCOPES AND IMAGING EQUIPMENT LOT 1 & LOT 3 ONLY

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.gla.ac.uk/
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000648934

## Provenance

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