---
title: "Purchase of a microscopy fourier transform infrared (FTIR) system"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000658129"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT"
published: "2022-02-16"
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# Purchase of a microscopy fourier transform infrared (FTIR) system

Buyer: SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000658129

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## Summary

The Scottish Government is currently overseeing the procurement process for the purchase of a microscopy Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) system, aimed at supporting Marine Scotland's requirements. This open tender process is categorised under goods and is taking place in the UK, with specific delivery to the Marine Laboratory located at 375 Victoria Road, Torry, Aberdeen, AB11 9DB. The notable dates include the tender period, which concluded on 19 July 2021, and the contract was signed on 23 September 2021, with a total value of £53,781.28.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in scientific equipment, particularly those that can provide advanced microscopy systems. Companies that are well-positioned to compete include large-scale suppliers like Thermo Fisher Scientific, which has already been awarded the contract. Businesses that can demonstrate a strong understanding of FTIR technology and provide robust solutions in this field would be ideal candidates to engage in similar future tenders.

## Notice

Marine Scotland has a requirement to place a contract with an external service provider for the provision of Purchase of a microscopy fourier transform infrared (FTIR) system.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Marine Scotland has a requirement to place a contract with an external service provider for the provision of Purchase of a microscopy fourier transform infrared (FTIR) system

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB440939 |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Feb 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Jul 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Sep 2021 |
| Contract period | 22 Sep 2021 - 26 Nov 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £75,000 |
| Lots value | £75,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £53,781 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH6 6QQ |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City |
| Local authority | Glasgow City |
| Electoral ward | Anderston/City/Yorkhill |
| Westminster constituency | Glasgow North |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | THERMO FISHER SCIENTIFIC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 34930000 - Marine equipment
- 38510000 - Microscopes
- 73112000 - Marine research services
- 98360000 - Marine services

## Release History

- 16 Feb 2022 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB440939
- 22 Jun 2021 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN418955

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN418955&idx=1
  22nd June 2021 - ITT - Fourier infra red
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN418955&idx=2
  22nd June 2021 - T&Cs - Fourier Infra red
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN418955
  Purchase of a microscopy fourier transform infrared (FTIR) system - Marine Scotland has a requirement to place a contract with an external service provider for the provision of Purchase of a microscopy fourier transform infrared (FTIR) system.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB440939
  Purchase of a microscopy fourier transform infrared (FTIR) system - Marine Scotland has a requirement to place a contract with an external service provider for the provision of Purchase of a microscopy fourier transform infrared (FTIR) system.

## Notice URLs

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- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=538689
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