---
title: "PURCH2455 Provision of a Surface Grinder"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000782003"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW"
published: "2025-04-30"
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# PURCH2455 Provision of a Surface Grinder

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000782003

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## Summary

The University of Glasgow initiated a tender process for the "Provision of a Surface Grinder" under the identification number PURCH2455. This procurement falls under the education industry category and is located in Glasgow, UKM82. The process started with an open procedure, allowing suppliers to submit electronic responses through the Public Contracts Scotland portal by 2nd December 2024. This procurement aimed to enhance the university's capabilities in high-precision surface grinding for microelectronics research. The procurement has progressed to the award stage, with the contract signed on 28th April 2025 for a total value of £202,130 GBP. The awarded contract is to be fulfilled by Disco Hi-Tech UK Ltd, a supplier positioned in Crawley, known for its expertise in the related field. The procurement is complete, with the contract currently active.

This tender represents an excellent opportunity for SMEs, particularly those specialising in advanced manufacturing equipment, to engage in a high-impact educational research project. SMEs with capabilities in producing complex automated machinery would find this contract particularly relevant. The open procurement method signifies an inclusive invitation to diverse suppliers, offering potential for businesses to gain recognition and establish long-term partnerships with a prestigious institution like the University of Glasgow. Moreover, the tender emphasises fostering community benefits and supply chain development, which could be advantageous for businesses aiming to enhance their market influence and contribute to community growth initiatives.

## Notice

Award of PURCH2455 Provision of a Surface Grinder

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Award of PURCH2455 Provision of a Surface Grinder

Renewal: Period Of 12 Months With The 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=APR529313 |
| 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 | 30 Apr 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Dec 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Apr 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 | £202,130 |

## 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 | DISCO HI-TECH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 30 Apr 2025 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR529313
- 31 Oct 2024 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT517285

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT517285&idx=1
  31st October 2024 - PURCH2455 Invitation to Tender Goods or Services
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT517285&idx=2
  31st October 2024 - PURCH2455 - Appendix 1 - C&SRM KPI Template
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT517285&idx=3
  31st October 2024 - PURCH2455 - Code of Conduct - Final
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT517285&idx=4
  31st October 2024 - PURCH2455 - Non-Compliance Template
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT517285&idx=5
  31st October 2024 - PURCH2455 - SPD Quality and Technical Combined
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT517285&idx=6
  31st October 2024 - PURCH2455 - Whole Life Cost Model
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT517285&idx=7
  31st October 2024 - PURCH2455 Agreement for the Purchase of Goods and Services
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT517285&idx=8
  31st October 2024 - PURCH2455- Appendix 2 - C&SRM Stakeholder Feedback Form
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT517285
  PURCH2455 Provision of a Surface Grinder - PURCH2455 Provision of a Surface Grinder 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=APR529313
  PURCH2455 Provision of a Surface Grinder - Award of PURCH2455 Provision of a Surface Grinder

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.gla.ac.uk/
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/default.aspx
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000782003
- https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/procurementoffice/informationforsuppliers/allsuppliers/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/

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