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title: "Supply, Delivery, Installation and Commissioning of a High-Resolution X-ray Tomography Scanner (IM3AGES Facility)."
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
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published: "2024-10-28"
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# Supply, Delivery, Installation and Commissioning of a High-Resolution X-ray Tomography Scanner (IM3AGES Facility).

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000781623

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## Summary

The University of Strathclyde, based in Glasgow, has awarded a contract for the "Supply, Delivery, Installation and Commissioning of a High-Resolution X-ray Tomography Scanner (IM3AGES Facility)." This procurement, falling under the education industry category, has reached the award stage as of 28th October 2024. The procurement process utilised an open procedure within the High-Value Laboratory Framework Agreement (HVLE), specifically Lot 2, which covers X-ray, Imaging, and Micro Analysis Equipment. The contract, valued at GBP 2,731,738.39, was awarded to Carl Zeiss Ltd, a supplier also based in the UK, on 18th September 2024. The procurement includes comprehensive delivery, installation, training, and an extended warranty for 36 months.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in manufacturing, supplying, and maintaining high-resolution imaging equipment and related accessories. Companies specialising in laboratory and research equipment, particularly those with expertise in X-ray tomography and micro-analysis tools, would find this contract advantageous for bolstering their portfolio. The procurement framework offers an expansive scope for service provision, including potential requests for additional or replacement services. Such engagements can drive business growth by facilitating entry into high-profile academic and research institutions, thereby expanding market reach and establishing long-term relationships with key stakeholders in the education sector.

## Notice

This Contract Award Notice relates to the contract for the Supply, Delivery, Installation and Commissioning of a High-Resolution X-ray Tomography Scanner (IM3AGES Facility). The University conducted a mini-competition under the High-Value Laboratory Framework Agreement (HVLE) (LAB3162 NW), Lot 2-X-Ray, Imaging, Elemental & Micro Analysis Equipment and Microscopy Instruments including Associated Equipment, Accessories, Consumables, Maintenance and Servicing of Equipment.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The "Imaging for Multi-scale Multi-modal and Multi-disciplinary Analysis for EnGineering and Environmental Sustainability" Facility (IM3AGES) project scope was developed to address the triple challenge of time-scale spatial scale and co-located multimodal data acquisition. IM3AGES focuses on delivering a combination of capabilities not yet available in the UK, addressing the gap in provision by providing:

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT516989 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 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 | £2,731,738 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE |
| Locality | GLASGOW |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G1 1XQ |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City |
| Local authority | Glasgow City |
| Electoral ward | Anderston/City/Yorkhill |
| Westminster constituency | Glasgow North East |
| Delivery location | TLM82 Glasgow City |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CARL ZEISS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33115100 - CT scanners

## Release History

- 28 Oct 2024 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT516989

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT516989
  Supply, Delivery, Installation and Commissioning of a High-Resolution X-ray Tomography Scanner (IM3AGES Facility). - This Contract Award Notice relates to the contract for the Supply, Delivery, Installation and Commissioning of a High-Resolution X-ray Tomography Scanner (IM3AGES Facility). The University conducted a mini-competition under the High-Value Laboratory Framework Agreement (HVLE) (LAB3162 NW), Lot 2-X-Ray, Imaging, Elemental & Micro Analysis Equipment and Microscopy Instruments including Associated Equipment, Accessories, Consumables, Maintenance and Servicing of Equipment.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.strath.ac.uk/
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000781623

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