---
title: "PURCH2480 Provision Of A Tabletop Scanning Electron Microscope"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000774942"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW"
published: "2025-02-26"
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# PURCH2480 Provision Of A Tabletop Scanning Electron Microscope

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000774942

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## Summary

The University of Glasgow has recently awarded a contract titled "PURCH2480 Provision Of A Tabletop Scanning Electron Microscope" to Lambda Photometrics Ltd. This procurement falls under the education sector and is classified under the CPV code 38500000. The contract was signed on 5th February 2025, and the process was conducted through an open procedure with electronic submission. The procurement stage is now complete, with the delivery location specified as Glasgow. The contract is valued at £58,000 and is aimed at replacing the Institute for Gravitational Research's outdated equipment to support its R&D initiatives. Initial tender activities commenced in August 2024, with the submission deadline on 9th September 2024.

This tender presents significant opportunities for suppliers specialising in scientific equipment, particularly those capable of providing advanced electron microscopes. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, as evidenced by the number of SME bids. The contract allows for an extension option up to an additional three years, thereby offering long-term business potential for the winning supplier. Companies in the high-tech manufacturing sector, especially those with capabilities in producing and servicing electron microscopes, would find this tender well-aligned with their growth strategies. Additionally, the emphasis on community benefits and supply-chain development provides avenues for broader economic engagement, including sub-contracting opportunities and vocational training initiatives.

## Notice

Award of PURCH2480 Provision Of A Tabletop Scanning Electron Microscope

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Award of PURCH2480 Provision Of A Tabletop Scanning Electron Microscope

Renewal: 3 X 12 MONTHS EXTENSION PERIODs

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB524698 |
| 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 | 26 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Feb 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £58,000 |

## 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

- 38500000 - Checking and testing apparatus

## Release History

- 26 Feb 2025 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB524698
- 12 Aug 2024 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG511901

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG511901&idx=4
  12th August 2024 - PURCH2480 - SCHEDULE 2 - Whole Life Cost Model
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG511901&idx=5
  12th August 2024 - PURCH2480- SCHEDULE 1C - Non-Compliance Template
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG511901&idx=6
  12th August 2024 - PURCH2480- SCHEDULE 1D - SPD Qualification
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG511901&idx=1
  12th August 2024 - PURCH2480 - Invitation to Tender Goods or Services
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG511901&idx=2
  12th August 2024 - PURCH2480 - Agreement for Purchase of Goods
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG511901&idx=3
  12th August 2024 - PURCH2480 - SCHEDULE 1B - CODE OF CONDUCT - FINAL (PDF)
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG511901
  PURCH2480 Provision Of A Tabletop Scanning Electron Microscope - PURCH2480 Provision Of A Tabletop Scanning Electron Microscope For The Period Of 12 Months With The Option To Extend For A Further 3 X 12 Months. 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=FEB524698
  PURCH2480 Provision Of A Tabletop Scanning Electron Microscope - Award of PURCH2480 Provision Of A Tabletop Scanning Electron Microscope

## 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-r6ebe6-0000774942
- https://www.gla.ac.uk/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/

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