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title: "Purchase of 3-Axis Air Bearing System"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000764948"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "HERIOT-WATT UNIVERSITY"
published: "2024-04-26"
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# Purchase of 3-Axis Air Bearing System

Buyer: HERIOT-WATT UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000764948

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## Summary

The Heriot-Watt University has completed the procurement process for the purchase of a 3-Axis Air Bearing System, awarded to Aerotech Ltd. The procurement method used was a limited approach without prior publication of a call for competition. The equipment consists of various components aimed at supporting research activities undertaken by the University. The contract value is £72,267.84 with the contract signed on April 26, 2024, in Edinburgh, UK.

This tender opportunity presents a chance for businesses specializing in the supply of research equipment to engage with Heriot-Watt University for potential collaboration. Given the specific and specialist nature of the equipment required, businesses with expertise in delivering bespoke research solutions would be well-suited to compete. The purchase of the 3-Axis Air Bearing System aligns with the University's research objectives and provides a platform for businesses to contribute to cutting-edge research projects.

## Notice

Purchase of 3-Axis Air Bearing System

### Lot Information

Lot 1

This is a specialist piece of research equipment 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.

### Procurement Information

This is a specialist piece of research equipment and there are no other suppliers available in the market to supply this type of equipment in the form factor required. The 3-Axis Air Bearing System supplied by Aerotech Limited consists of the following:Two-Axis XY Direct-Drive Nanopositioning Stage; Single-Axis Z Direct-Drive Nanopositioning Stage; Intelligent Software-Based Motion Controller; Enhanced Compact PWM Servo Drive with Motion Controller; Communication Cable; Production Services Configurator; Enhanced Compact PWM Servo Drive; Motor Cable; Motion Development Kit; Encoder Cable; Granite Base, Riser and Bridge assembly; Engineering Services Configurator; Din-Rail Mounted Power Supply for 1 to 4 Compact Servo Drives and AC Power Cord Cable. The principal purpose of the contract award 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=APR503950 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website 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 | 26 Apr 2024 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Apr 2024 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £72,267 |

## 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 | AEROTECH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 26 Apr 2024 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR503950

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR503950
  Purchase of 3-Axis Air Bearing System - Purchase of 3-Axis Air Bearing System

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://hw.ac.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000764948

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