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title: "PURCH2582 Contract Agreement for Optical dual-wavelength time-domain functional near-infrared spectroscopy device"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000790826"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW"
published: "2025-03-28"
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# PURCH2582 Contract Agreement for Optical dual-wavelength time-domain functional near-infrared spectroscopy device

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000790826

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## Summary

The University of Glasgow has awarded the contract for the provision of an Optical dual-wavelength time-domain functional near-infrared spectroscopy device, as part of the PURCH2582 procurement process. This contract falls within the education sector and targets research applications, namely muscle and brain oximetry measurements. The procurement process followed an open procedure and was designated under the main procurement category of "goods". The contract, valued at £49,750 GBP, was awarded to PIONIRS S.r.l., a small to medium enterprise based in Milan, Italy. The contract was signed on 26th March 2025, with the delivery location set within the Glasgow region.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in advanced spectroscopy technologies and related medical or research equipment. Companies that possess expertise in manufacturing precision optical devices and those looking to expand their footprint in the UK education and research market will find this contract particularly appealing. Given the detailed specifications and the potential for collaboration within the Scottish education system, suppliers with a strong background in scientific instrumentation and research support could substantially benefit from competing in similar tenders. Additionally, the focus on community benefits such as vocational training and SME subcontracting presents further growth prospects for local businesses and community organisations.

## Notice

Award of PURCH2582 Provision of Contract Agreement for Optical dual-wavelength time-domain functional near-infrared spectroscopy device

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Award of Provision of Contract Agreement for Optical dual-wavelength time-domain functional near-infrared spectroscopy device.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR527103 |
| 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 | 28 Mar 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Mar 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 | £49,750 |

## 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 | PIONIRS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 28 Mar 2025 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR527103
- 17 Feb 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB524041

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB524041&idx=1
  17th February 2025 - PURCH2582 Invitation to Tender Goods or Services
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB524041&idx=2
  17th February 2025 - PURCH2582 - Schedule 1B - Supply Chain Code of Conduct
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB524041&idx=3
  17th February 2025 - PURCH2582 - Schedule 1C - Agreement for the Purchase of Goods and Services
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB524041&idx=4
  17th February 2025 - PURCH2582 - Schedule 1C - Non-Compliance Template
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB524041&idx=5
  17th February 2025 - PURCH2582 - Schedule 1D - SPD Qualification
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB524041&idx=6
  17th February 2025 - PURCH2582 - Whole Life Cost Model
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB524041
  PURCH2582 Contract Agreement for Optical dual-wavelength time-domain functional near-infrared spectroscopy device - PURCH2582 Provision of Contract Agreement for Optical dual-wavelength time-domain functional near-infrared spectroscopy device - one off purchase with 12 months warranty. 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=MAR527103
  PURCH2582 Contract Agreement for Optical dual-wavelength time-domain functional near-infrared spectroscopy device - Award of PURCH2582 Provision of Contract Agreement for Optical dual-wavelength time-domain functional near-infrared spectroscopy device

## 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-r6ebe6-0000790826
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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