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title: "Modular Ultra High Vacuum Chambers for Laser beamline_NCA"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000668844"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "HERIOT-WATT UNIVERSITY"
published: "2021-09-30"
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# Modular Ultra High Vacuum Chambers for Laser beamline_NCA

Buyer: HERIOT-WATT UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000668844

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Heriot-Watt University, based in Riccarton, Edinburgh, who has awarded a contract for "Modular Ultra High Vacuum Chambers for Laser beamline_NCA". This project falls within the education sector and was executed through an open procurement method. The contract, valued at £59,955, was signed on 30th September 2021 and is aimed at acquiring bespoke equipment essential for research purposes, specifically tailored vacuum chambers that are not available from other suppliers due to their unique specifications.

This invitation to tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in custom manufacturing of high-tech equipment, particularly those focusing on vacuum technology. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in creating bespoke solutions for research institutions would be particularly well-suited to participate in similar future tenders. The project highlights the potential for suppliers to engage with educational organisations, leveraging their innovation capabilities to drive business growth in specialised markets.

## Notice

Purchase of modular ultra high vacuum chambers for laser beamline system

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Under Regulation Reg 6(1)(b)(ii) of the Procurement (Scotland) Regulations 2016, a contracting authority may award a contract without competition based on the following justification: Competition is absent for technical reasons (only if it is not caused by artificial narrowing down of the parameters of the procurement and no reasonable alternative or substitute exists) Explanation: This purchase is for bespoke designed,manufactured and cleaned ultra high vacuum chambers for a laser beamline system and there are no other suppliers available in the market to supply this type of equipment in the form factor required. The principal purpose of the contract is to acquire goods in connection with research undertaken by the University.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP429101 |
| 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 | 30 Sep 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Sep 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 | £59,955 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | HERIOT-WATT UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | RICCARTON, EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH14 4AP |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | Pentland Hills |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh South West |
| Delivery location | TLM75 City of Edinburgh |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | KURT J LESKER |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

## Release History

- 30 Sep 2021 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP429101

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP429101
  Modular Ultra High Vacuum Chambers for Laser beamline_NCA - Purchase of modular ultra high vacuum chambers for laser beamline system

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://hw.ac.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000668844

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