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title: "Purchase of Pump Modules, Associated Parts & Software"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000791165"
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buyer: "HERIOT-WATT UNIVERSITY"
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# Purchase of Pump Modules, Associated Parts & Software

Buyer: HERIOT-WATT UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000791165

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## Summary

Heriot-Watt University has awarded a contract to Chandler Engineering for the purchase of pump modules, associated parts, and software for research purposes. This procurement falls under the education category and involves goods primarily needed for research at the University's Riccarton Campus in Edinburgh. The procurement process utilised was a limited award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition, justified by a voluntary ex ante transparency notice published on 19th February 2025. The contract was signed on 19th February 2025, with the procurement stage now recorded as complete.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialised in high-pressure pump modules and related equipment, particularly those operating within the research and development sectors. Given the specific technical requirements and the unique supply capabilities of Chandler Engineering, businesses with the ability to provide niche, high-precision equipment would be well-positioned to compete. It underscores the demand for tailored scientific instrumentation and highlights potential areas for growth for firms capable of innovating and supplying advanced research tools.

## Notice

Purchase of Pump Modules, Associated Parts & Software for Research purposes.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Following the publication of a voluntary ex ante transparency notice (VEAT) 791165 on the 19th February 2025. This is a contract award notice indicating that Heriot-Watt University is now in contract with Chandler Engineering for the purchase of the following equipment: 4 X 5000-series pump modules, 10,000 psi pressure transducer, 316 SST wetted parts, ambient temperature to 50degC, pump cylinder,controller, 3-way valve, Pump stand, Spare parts kit (piston seal and rupture disc), Associated plumbing with 1/8th Autoclave fittings, Standard flow rate, Software CD, manual, serial expander/isolator for connection of up to existing 4 dual-cylinder pump systems supplied previously by Chandler Engineering. Following market research carried out by the academic research team, there are no other suppliers available in the market to supply this type of equipment in the form factor required. The principal purpose of the contract is to acquire goods in connection with research undertaken by the University.

### Procurement Information

Following the publication of a voluntary ex ante transparency notice (VEAT) 791165 on the 19th February 2025. This is a contract award notice indicating that Heriot-Watt University is now in contract with Chandler Engineering for the purchase of the following equipment: 4 X 5000-series pump modules, 10,000 psi pressure transducer, 316 SST wetted parts, ambient temperature to 50degC, pump cylinder,controller, 3-way valve, Pump stand, Spare parts kit (piston seal and rupture disc), Associated plumbing with 1/8th Autoclave fittings, Standard flow rate, Software CD, manual, serial expander/isolator for connection of up to existing 4 dual-cylinder pump systems supplied previously by Chandler Engineering. Following market research carried out by the academic research team, there are no other suppliers available in the market to supply this type of equipment in the form factor required. The principal purpose of the contract is to acquire goods in connection with research undertaken by the University.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR526892 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Mar 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 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 | £265,172 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | HERIOT-WATT UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | RICCARTON, EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH14 4AP |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | Pentland Hills |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh South West |
| Delivery location | TLM75 City of Edinburgh |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CHANDLER ENGINEERING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 27 Mar 2025 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR526892
- 19 Feb 2025 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F15 - Voluntary Ex Ante Transparency Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB524302

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB524302
  Purchase of Pump Modules, Associated Parts & Software - Purchase of Pump Modules, Associated Parts & Software for Research purposes.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR526892
  Purchase of Pump Modules, Associated Parts & Software - Purchase of Pump Modules, Associated Parts & Software for Research purposes.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://hw.ac.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000791165

## Provenance

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