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title: "High-power X-Ray Irradiator for dense 3D structures including organoids and mini brain systems"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000719239"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH"
published: "2023-04-17"
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# High-power X-Ray Irradiator for dense 3D structures including organoids and mini brain systems

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000719239

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## Summary

The University of Edinburgh has awarded a contract for the purchase of a High-power X-Ray Irradiator for dense 3D structures, including organoids and mini brain systems. The procurement method used was a limited procedure, specifically an Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition. The contract was signed on the 1st November 2022, with a total value of £65,982. The procurement process took place in the UK at the Western General Hospital campus in Edinburgh. The University of Edinburgh, a body governed by public law in the education sector, initiated this tender, aiming to acquire cutting-edge equipment for research purposes.

This tender for the High-power X-Ray Irradiator presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) operating in the medical equipment or scientific research sectors. The University's need for advanced technology that enables better penetration and dose distribution in complex 3D structures like organoids and mini brain systems highlights the demand for innovative solutions in the healthcare and research fields. Businesses with expertise in high-energy systems and radiation technology would be well-suited to compete for such tenders, fostering collaboration and advancement in the scientific community.

## Notice

High-power X-Ray Cabinet Irradiator for use in more dense 3D structures, including organoids and "mini brain" systems

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Purchase of an X-Ray Cabinet irradiator to carry out genome stability/DNA damage experiments utilizing ionising radiation.

### Procurement Information

The critical benefit of the machine being purchased is the high energy system and tube power which enables better penetration and dose distribution in more dense 3D structures, including organoids and "mini brain" systems.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR476364 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Apr 2023 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Nov 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 | £65,982 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH1 1HT |
| 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 | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh East and Musselburgh |
| Delivery location | TLM75 City of Edinburgh |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | XSTRAHL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 33111000 - X-ray devices
- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

## Release History

- 17 Apr 2023 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR476364
- 17 Jan 2023 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F15 - Voluntary Ex Ante Transparency Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN468804

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN468804
  High-power X-Ray Irradiator for dense 3D structures including organoids and mini brain systems - High-power X-Ray Cabinet Irradiator for use in more dense 3D structures, including organoids and "mini brain" systems
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR476364
  High-power X-Ray Irradiator for dense 3D structures including organoids and mini brain systems - High-power X-Ray Cabinet Irradiator for use in more dense 3D structures, including organoids and "mini brain" systems

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.ed.ac.uk/schools-departments/procurement/supplying
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000719239
- https://www.ed.ac.uk
- https://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/the-courts/court-locations/edinburgh-sheriff-court-and-justice-of-the-peace-court
- https://xstrahl.com/

## Provenance

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