---
title: "Direct Award for the renewal service contract of three microscopes"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000650253"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW"
published: "2021-04-15"
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# Direct Award for the renewal service contract of three microscopes

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000650253

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## Summary

The University of Glasgow has successfully completed a tendering process for the renewal service contract of three microscopes, identified as PPE Ref 7096. This procurement falls under the services category and was conducted using an open procedure. The contract was signed on 7 April 2021, with a total value of £56,725.92. The purchasing took place in Glasgow, UK, and the contract has been awarded to Carl Zeiss Ltd, the sole supplier capable of providing the required maintenance due to technical restrictions as per the Procurement (Scotland) Regulations 2016.

This contract presents a significant business opportunity for suppliers in the scientific equipment and servicing industry, particularly those specialising in microscopy and similar technologies. Businesses that offer maintenance and support services for sophisticated equipment would be well positioned to compete for future contracts, especially given the current trend towards direct awards for specialised services. The unique nature of this tender highlights the potential for tailored service providers to engage with institutions like the University of Glasgow.

## Notice

PPE Ref 7096 Direct Award for the renewal service contract of three microscopes.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

PPE Ref 7096 Direct Award for the renewal service contract of three microscopes. Only supplier can maintain this microscope. As such competition is absent for technical reasons under Regulation 6 (1)(b)(ii) of the Procurement (Scotland) Regulations 2016 (the sole supplier exemption). Internal Procurement Policy Exception Form completed.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR412220 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Apr 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Apr 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 | £56,725 |

## 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

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50400000 - Repair and maintenance services of medical and precision equipment

## Release History

- 15 Apr 2021 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR412220

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR412220
  Direct Award for the renewal service contract of three microscopes - PPE Ref 7096 Direct Award for the renewal service contract of three microscopes.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.gla.ac.uk/
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000650253

## Provenance

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