---
title: "Award of Provision of Microscopy Equipment."
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000819059"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT- SASA"
published: "2026-02-03"
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# Award of Provision of Microscopy Equipment.

Buyer: SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT- SASA  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000819059

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## Summary

The procurement process for the award of the provision of microscopy equipment was initiated and completed by the Scottish Government's SASA, headquartered in Edinburgh. The contract was awarded on 3rd February 2026, with the signing date recorded as 2nd March 2026. The procurement falls under the "goods" category and is classified within the industry category of "Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excluding glasses)" according to CPV code 38000000. Fife Council, located in Glenrothes, was also involved in the process, with key contact emails and phone numbers provided for potential queries. The procurement stage at present is the "Award" stage, signalling the completion of the tender and contract signing processes.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in high-precision laboratory and optical equipment. Companies such as Leica Microsystems (UK) Ltd, based in Milton Keynes, have already successfully engaged in this tender, showcasing the demand for expertise in this field. Firms looking to expand their offerings in the realm of precision and laboratory equipment would find this an opportune sector to target, specifically those with a strong background in delivering high-quality microscopy equipment. Engaging in such tenders can lead to valuable partnerships with governmental organisations and foster long-term business growth through exposure to public sector contracts.

## Notice

Microscopy equipment - see specification in ITT document.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB548598 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Quick Quote Award |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £44,437 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT- SASA |
| Additional buyers | FIFE COUNCIL; SCOTTISH FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICE; SCOTTISH FORESTRY; SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT; VISITSCOTLAND |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH8 8BG |
| 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 | Almond |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh West |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 11 |
| Supplier names | ARTHUR J. GALLAGHER INSURANCE BROKERS; BDO; DATAVITA; FOREST POLICY GROUP; HP; HUBBUB; LEICA MICROSYSTEMS (UK; TENEO FINANCIAL ADVISORY; TWOFOLD; VAISALA; VENESKY BROWN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 3 Feb 2026 at 09:49 - Award - PCS Notice - Quick Quote Award - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB548598

## Notice URLs

- http://firescotland.gov.uk
- http://www.fife.gov.uk
- http://www.scotland.gov.uk
- http://www.visitscotland.com

## Provenance

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