--- title: "PURCH2189 PROVISION OF AN AUTOMATED PETROGRAPHIC MICROSCOPE" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000726157" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000726157" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000726157.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000726157.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW" published: "2023-08-11" --- # PURCH2189 PROVISION OF AN AUTOMATED PETROGRAPHIC MICROSCOPE Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000726157 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000726157) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000726157.json) ## Summary The University of Glasgow has awarded a contract for the provision of an automated petrographic microscope. The procurement process, initiated as a tender, has been completed with MetPrep Ltd being the successful supplier. The contract, valued at £229,100, was signed on 21st July 2023. The procurement involved the purchasing of goods and falls under the "Education" industry category. The tender was announced through an open procedure, and the delivery location specified is Glasgow. The University's procurement office in Glasgow managed the process. The award followed planned tendering activities. This tender for the provision of an automated petrographic microscope offers growth opportunities for SMEs in the goods industry, particularly those involved in scientific equipment supply. Given the specialized nature of the required equipment and services, businesses with expertise in optical and laser microscopy, particularly in the field of Earth and Planetary sciences, would be well-suited to compete. The University of Glasgow has specified community benefits as part of the requirement, encouraging social responsibility and engagement with various priority groups. Interested suppliers should closely review the tender terms and criteria to align their offerings with the technical specifications and quality requirements outlined in the tender documents. ## Notice AWARD OF PURCH2189 PROVISION OF AN AUTOMATED PETROGRAPHIC MICROSCOPE ### Lot Information Lot 1 AWARD OF PURCH2189 PROVISION OF AN AUTOMATED PETROGRAPHIC MICROSCOPE ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG485812 | | 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 | SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 11 Aug 2023 | | Submission deadline | 17 Apr 2023 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 21 Jul 2023 | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | £229,100 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW | | Locality | GLASGOW | | Post town | Glasgow | | Postcode | G12 8QQ | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City | | Local authority | Glasgow City | | Electoral ward | Hillhead | | Westminster constituency | Glasgow North | | Delivery location | TLM82 Glasgow City | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | METPREP | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) ### Codes - 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) ## Release History - 11 Aug 2023 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG485812 - 16 Mar 2023 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR473901 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR473901&idx=1 16th March 2023 - PURCH2189 Invitation to Tender Goods or Services - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR473901&idx=2 16th March 2023 - PURCH2189 - Agreement for the Purchase of Goods and Services - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR473901&idx=3 16th March 2023 - PURCH2189 - CODE OF CONDUCT - FINAL (PDF) - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR473901&idx=4 16th March 2023 - PURCH2189 - Whole Life Cost Model - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR473901&idx=5 16th March 2023 - PURCH2189 SPD Qualification - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR473901&idx=6 16th March 2023 - PURCH2189-Non-Compliance Template - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR473901 PURCH2189 PROVISION OF AN AUTOMATED PETROGRAPHIC MICROSCOPE - PURCH2189 PROVISION OF AN AUTOMATED PETROGRAPHIC MICROSCOPE Tender documents available from Public Contracts Scotland. 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