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title: "PURCH2437 PROVISION OF A FIZEAU INTERFEROMETER"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000767540"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW"
published: "2024-09-25"
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# PURCH2437 PROVISION OF A FIZEAU INTERFEROMETER

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000767540

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## Summary

The University of Glasgow has initiated a public procurement process for the provision of a Fizeau Interferometer, under tender ID PURCH2437. The procurement process, classified under CPV code 38600000 (Goods), relates to the education sector and will be delivered to Glasgow, region UKM82. The tender process began with an announcement on 24th May 2024, with submissions due by 25th June 2024. The procurement method is an open procedure, ensuring broad competition. The contract, valued at £90,786.00 and awarded on 24th September 2024, highlights key deadlines, with the completion of the award stage finalised by 25th September 2024. The awarded contract is active and signed with the supplier, Lambda Photometrics Ltd, a small to medium enterprise (sme) based in Harpenden, region UKH23.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in optical measurement systems, particularly those experienced in measuring surface figure and wavefront distortion of optical systems. Small to medium enterprises (SMEs) with robust product liability, public liability, and employer’s liability insurance, as well as satisfactory financial health as per the University’s guidelines, would find this tender appealing. Additionally, businesses aiming to grow in the public sector can leverage this award to enhance their portfolio and expertise, thus positioning themselves favourably for future procurement opportunities within educational institutions. The procurement encourages the inclusion of community benefits, fostering broader engagement and developments such as employment training, supply chain enhancements, and educational support initiatives.

## Notice

Award of PURCH2437 Provision of a Fizeau Interferometer

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Award of PURCH2437 Provision of a Fizeau Interferometer The IGR is looking to acquire a Fizeau interferometer to carry out measurement of surface figure and wavefront distortion of optics and optical systems.

Renewal: Fixed term of 1 year with option to extend for 2 x 12 months.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP514930 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website 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 | 25 Sep 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Jun 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Sep 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 | £90,786 |

## 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 | LAMBDA PHOTOMETRICS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38600000 - Optical instruments

## Release History

- 25 Sep 2024 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP514930
- 24 May 2024 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY505962

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY505962&idx=2
  24th May 2024 - PURCH2437 - Agreement for Purchase of Services
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY505962&idx=3
  24th May 2024 - PURCH2437 - SCHEDULE 1B - CODE OF CONDUCT - FINAL (PDF)
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY505962&idx=4
  24th May 2024 - PURCH2437 - SCHEDULE 2 - Whole Life Cost Model
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY505962&idx=5
  24th May 2024 - PURCH2437- SCHEDULE 1C - Non-Compliance Template
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY505962&idx=6
  24th May 2024 - PURCH2437- SCHEDULE 1D - SPD Qualification
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY505962&idx=1
  24th May 2024 - PURCH2437 Invitation to Tender Goods or Services
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY505962
  PURCH2437 PROVISION OF A FIZEAU INTERFEROMETER - PURCH2437 PROVISION OF A FIZEAU INTERFEROMETER Tender documents available from Public Contracts Scotland. Tender returns should be submitted via Public Contracts Scotland, no paper copies will be accepted. Should paper tenders be submitted, they will be rejected. Further to this any questions or communications regarding individual tender exercises must be sent via the Public Contracts Scotland Portal. Tender queries received through any other channel will not be answered. Should users of Public Contracts Scotland have any problems with the web site they should contact website Support Desk, contact details can be found by following the 'Contact Us' option on the left hand menu at http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/default.aspx
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP514930
  PURCH2437 PROVISION OF A FIZEAU INTERFEROMETER - Award of PURCH2437 Provision of a Fizeau Interferometer

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.gla.ac.uk/
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/default.aspx
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000767540
- https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/procurementoffice/informationforsuppliers/allsuppliers/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/

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