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title: "X-Ray Diffractometer and Chiller Unit"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000723653"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH"
published: "2023-09-11"
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# X-Ray Diffractometer and Chiller Unit

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000723653

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## Summary

The University of Edinburgh has completed the award process for the procurement of an X-Ray Diffractometer and Chiller Unit in Education. The tender, titled "X-Ray Diffractometer and Chiller Unit," was won by Malvern Panalytical Limited. The total contract value is GBP 276,969.4, and it was signed on 5th September 2023. The procurement method used was an open procedure, and the award criteria consisted of 70% quality and 30% price evaluation.

This awarded contract by the University of Edinburgh presents a business growth opportunity for suppliers of large-scale analytical instruments and associated support services. Businesses experienced in supplying and servicing X-Ray Diffractometer systems, particularly within the education sector, are well-suited to compete. The contract involves the supply, installation, commissioning, and ongoing service support of the X-Ray Diffractometer and chiller unit at the Kings Buildings Campus in Edinburgh. Suppliers should consider the special requirements related to the system's footprint and micro-diffraction capability to align their proposals with the buyer's needs.

## Notice

Supply, installation, commissioning and ongoing service support of an X-Ray Diffractometer and associated chiller unit.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Supply, installation, commissioning and maintenance support of an X-Ray Diffractometer system with micro-diffraction capability and a large capacity sample changer. We also require a chiller which may either be an integral one or stand-alone. NB, limited space in the intended laboratory location for the XRD may require the proposed solution to fit within a given footprint. Suppliers are encouraged to arrange a site visit before preparing their bids.

Renewal: Extended warranty options beyond an initial 5 year period may be considered.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP488008 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - 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 | 11 Sep 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Mar 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Sep 2023 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £280,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £276,969 |

## 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 | MALVERN PANALYTICAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38500000 - Checking and testing apparatus
- 38582000 - X-ray inspection equipment

## Release History

- 11 Sep 2023 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP488008
- 23 Feb 2023 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB472024

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB472024
  X-Ray Diffractometer and Chiller Unit - Supply, installation, commissioning and ongoing service support of an X-Ray Diffractometer and associated chiller unit.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP488008
  X-Ray Diffractometer and Chiller Unit - Supply, installation, commissioning and ongoing service support of an X-Ray Diffractometer and associated chiller unit.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000723653
- https://www.ed.ac.uk
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/
- https://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/the-courts/court-locations/edinburgh-sheriff-court-and-justice-of-the-peace-court

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