--- title: "PURCH2720 Provision of Electron Beam Lithography Tool" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000821845" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000821845" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000821845.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000821845.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW" published: "2026-01-27" --- # PURCH2720 Provision of Electron Beam Lithography Tool Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000821845 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000821845) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000821845.json) ## Summary The University of Glasgow is currently in the tender stage of the procurement process for the "PURCH2720 Provision of Electron Beam Lithography Tool." This procurement falls under the education industry category and has a significant focus on the provision of goods. The procurement process is selective, using a competitive procedure with negotiation. Interested suppliers need to submit electronic tenders via Public Contracts Scotland by 27th February 2026 at 12:00 PM. The tender is located in Glasgow, within the region of UKM82. The planned contract duration is two years, with the possibility of extending it by thirteen more months, creating a significant opportunity for the right provider. This tender offers substantial growth potential for businesses specialising in electron beam lithography tools and related technologies. Companies with expertise in such high-precision equipment are well-positioned to compete, particularly those capable of delivering quality technical specifications and competitive pricing, as these factors are central to the award criteria. Additionally, businesses already engaged in public sector contracts will find this an opportune moment to bolster relationships with an esteemed institution like the University of Glasgow. The commitment to community benefits by the University also aligns with providers who support employment and vocational training opportunities, as well as those fostering supply-chain development and community engagement. The opportunity is particularly favourable for firms with strong liability insurance credentials, as the tender specifies comprehensive insurance requirements. ## Notice PURCH2720 Provision of Electron Beam Lithography Tool 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 ### Lot Information Lot 1 Provision of Contract Agreement for the Purchase of an Electron Beam Lithography Tool for the period of 2 years with the option to extend by 13 x 12 months The James Watt Nanofabrication Centre at the University of Glasgow wishes to procure a second Electron Beam Lithography tool to meet growing demand. Please refer to the 'PURCH2720 Invitation to Tender Goods or Services' for further details and specification Renewal: 13 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=JAN548186 | | Notice type | OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Competitive procedure with negotiation | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 27 Jan 2026 | | Submission deadline | 27 Feb 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## 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 | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) ### Codes - 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) ## Release History - 27 Jan 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN548186 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN548186 PURCH2720 Provision of Electron Beam Lithography Tool - PURCH2720 Provision of Electron Beam Lithography Tool 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 ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.gla.ac.uk/ - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=821845 - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/default.aspx - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000821845 - https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/ - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000821845. 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