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title: "Purchase of Tilt-able X-ray Scanner"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000687757"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "HERIOT-WATT UNIVERSITY"
published: "2022-04-04"
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# Purchase of Tilt-able X-ray Scanner

Buyer: HERIOT-WATT UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000687757

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## Summary

Heriot-Watt University, located in Riccarton, Edinburgh, has recently completed the procurement process for the purchase of a Tilt-able X-ray Scanner. This procurement, classified under the education industry category, was conducted through a limited methodology without prior publication of a call for competition. The contract was awarded to PanTerra Geoconsultants B.V. for a total value of USD 164,700, with the contract signed on 22nd March 2022. This initiative is part of their research efforts conducted by the School of Energy, Geoscience, Infrastructure and Society, and the primary delivery location for the equipment is at the university's Riccarton Campus.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in scientific instrumentation and research equipment, particularly those capable of manufacturing or supplying advanced technology such as X-ray scanners. Companies that offer innovative solutions related to educational and research needs would be particularly well-suited to compete in future tenders organised by research institutions like Heriot-Watt University. With the growing demand for specialised research tools, potential suppliers can leverage this opportunity to engage with academic institutions looking to enhance their research capabilities.

## Notice

This is a contract award notice following the publication of an voluntary ex ante transparency notice (VEAT). This notice is to indicate that the Heriot-Watt University intends to contract with Pan Terra Geogonsultants BV for a tilt-able X-ray Scanner for 2-phase experiments at temperature and pressure consisting of the following requirements: [Framework] -Floor stand based on aluminium profile system -Single position heating cabinet with window for x-ray scanner -180 degree tilt system -X-ray generator/source -Collimator and primary X-ray shielding -Flexible cable duct -Power and safety lock system -NaI Detector -Multichannel analyser -Linear track, scanning length 1800 mm -Cradle for source and detector [Instrumentation] -Computer 17 CPU, OS Windows 10, Lenovo Thinkcentre M710q -Monitor 24" with 10m cable -Logitec wireless desktop -RSM Standalone ISSM control software [Core Holder] HPHT ISSM core-holders consist of an inner aluminium liner and carbon fibre wound for the strength and x-ray transparency. Tri-axial confining pressure and Inconel 625 (Hastelloy C is optional) in wetted parts. Features: -MAWP, 700 bar @ 130 oC -Overburden port equipped with Autoclave 1/8" Mini 2-Way Valve connection port W125. -Pore pressure ports equipped with Autoclave 1/8" Mini 2-Way Valve, connection port W125, Low Pressure Series -Electrically insulated fixed and floating piston, to accommodate 1", 1.5" and 2" samples. -Diameter/maximum length, 38mm/300mm

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Heriot-Watt University intends to contract with Pan Terra Geoconsultants BV for the supply, delivery and installation of a Tilt-able X-Ray Scanner. The principal purpose of the contract is to acquire goods in connection with research undertaken by the University

### Procurement Information

A scoping exercise was conducted by research team within the University's School of Energy, Geoscience, Infrastructure and Society with findings drawn that the Tilt-able X-ray Scanner from Pan Terra Geoconsultants BV meets all of the specification of requirements to enable the research to be

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR445458 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Apr 2022 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Mar 2022 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £164,700 |

## 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 | PANTERRA GEOCONSULTANTS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 4 Apr 2022 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR445458
- 22 Mar 2022 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F15 - Voluntary Ex Ante Transparency Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR444375

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR444375
  Purchase of Tilt-able X-ray Scanner - This is a voluntary ex ante transparency notice (VEAT). This notice is to indicate that the Heriot-Watt University intends to contract with Pan Terra Geogonsultants BV for a tilt-able X-ray Scanner for 2-phase experiments at temperature and pressure consisting of the following requirements: [Framework] -Floor stand based on aluminium profile system -Single position heating cabinet with window for x-ray scanner -180 degree tilt system -X-ray generator/source -Collimator and primary X-ray shielding -Flexible cable duct -Power and safety lock system -NaI Detector -Multichannel analyser -Linear track, scanning length 1800 mm -Cradle for source and detector [Instrumentation] -Computer 17 CPU, OS Windows 10, Lenovo Thinkcentre M710q -Monitor 24" with 10m cable -Logitec wireless desktop -RSM Standalone ISSM control software [Core Holder] HPHT ISSM core-holders consist of an inner aluminium liner and carbon fibre wound for the strength and x-ray transparency. Tri-axial confining pressure and Inconel 625 (Hastelloy C is optional) in wetted parts. Features: -MAWP, 700 bar @ 130 oC -Overburden port equipped with Autoclave 1/8" Mini 2-Way Valve connection port W125. -Pore pressure ports equipped with Autoclave 1/8" Mini 2-Way Valve, connection port W125, Low Pressure Series -Electrically insulated fixed and floating piston, to accommodate 1", 1.5" and 2" samples. -Diameter/maximum length, 38mm/300mm
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR445458
  Purchase of Tilt-able X-ray Scanner - This is a contract award notice following the publication of an voluntary ex ante transparency notice (VEAT). This notice is to indicate that the Heriot-Watt University intends to contract with Pan Terra Geogonsultants BV for a tilt-able X-ray Scanner for 2-phase experiments at temperature and pressure consisting of the following requirements: [Framework] -Floor stand based on aluminium profile system -Single position heating cabinet with window for x-ray scanner -180 degree tilt system -X-ray generator/source -Collimator and primary X-ray shielding -Flexible cable duct -Power and safety lock system -NaI Detector -Multichannel analyser -Linear track, scanning length 1800 mm -Cradle for source and detector [Instrumentation] -Computer 17 CPU, OS Windows 10, Lenovo Thinkcentre M710q -Monitor 24" with 10m cable -Logitec wireless desktop -RSM Standalone ISSM control software [Core Holder] HPHT ISSM core-holders consist of an inner aluminium liner and carbon fibre wound for the strength and x-ray transparency. Tri-axial confining pressure and Inconel 625 (Hastelloy C is optional) in wetted parts. Features: -MAWP, 700 bar @ 130 oC -Overburden port equipped with Autoclave 1/8" Mini 2-Way Valve connection port W125. -Pore pressure ports equipped with Autoclave 1/8" Mini 2-Way Valve, connection port W125, Low Pressure Series -Electrically insulated fixed and floating piston, to accommodate 1", 1.5" and 2" samples. -Diameter/maximum length, 38mm/300mm

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://hw.ac.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000687757

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