---
title: "Award of PURCH1957 MINI-TENDER FOR THE PROVISION OF CONFOCOL MICROSCOPE FOR MEMBERS OF SUPPLY OF ..."
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000654181"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW"
published: "2021-06-25"
---

# Award of PURCH1957 MINI-TENDER FOR THE PROVISION OF CONFOCOL MICROSCOPE FOR MEMBERS OF SUPPLY OF ...

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000654181

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the University of Glasgow as the buying organisation, awarding a contract titled "Award of PURCH1957 MINI-TENDER FOR THE PROVISION OF CONFOCAL MICROSCOPE FOR MEMBERS OF SUPPLY OF MICROSCOPES AND IMAGING EQUIPMENT LAB1015 AP LOT 2 ONLY". This tender falls under the goods category, specifically for microscopes, with the tender period starting from 17 June 2021 and concluding on 17 June 2031. The contract was awarded on 17 June 2021, with a total value of £197,000. The procurement method used was a mini-tender under the larger framework of supply of scientific equipment.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in laboratory equipment, particularly those that manufacture or supply microscopes and imaging technologies. Companies with expertise in scientific goods, especially those well-versed in providing high-quality optical instruments, would be well-positioned to compete in this procurement process. Engaging with the University can lead to lasting partnerships and a chance to enhance visibility within the academic and research communities.

## Notice

Award PURCH1957 MINI-TENDER FOR THE PROVISION OF CONFOCOL MICROSCOPE FOR THE MEMBERS OF SUPPLY OF MICROSCOPES AND IMAGING EQUIPMENT LAB1015 AP LOT 2 ONLY

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN419530 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Quick Quote Award |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Jun 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Jun 2021 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £197,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Not specified |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW |
| Additional buyers | FORESTRY AND LAND SCOTLAND; SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT; SOCIAL SECURITY SCOTLAND |
| Locality | INVERNESS |
| Post town | Inverness |
| Postcode | IV2 7GB |
| 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 7 |
| Supplier names | ALASDAIR MACKAY (SOLE TRADER; CARL ZEISS; CASTLEVIEW PLANT; HARVEY NASH; LORIEN RESOURCING; PERTEMPS RECRUITMENT PARTNERSHIP; VENESKY BROWN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38510000 - Microscopes

## Release History

- 25 Jun 2021 at 17:01 - Award - PCS Notice - Quick Quote Award - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN419530

## Notice URLs

- http://https://forestryandland.gov.scot
- http://https://www.socialsecurity.gov.scot/
- http://www.gla.ac.uk/
- http://www.scotland.gov.uk

## Provenance

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