---
title: "Pyrolyser wiht Autosampler - Capability Assessment"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000823384"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "ABERTAY UNIVERSITY"
published: "2026-02-11"
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# Pyrolyser wiht Autosampler - Capability Assessment

Buyer: ABERTAY UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000823384

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## Summary

The public procurement process is initiated by Abertay University, located in Dundee, UK, for the planned acquisition of an EGA/PY Pyrolyser with autosampler. This procurement falls under the education category, with the delivery location specified at the university's Bell Street address. The process is currently in the planning stage as of 11 February 2026, and potential suppliers are advised of a future notice date set for 9 March 2026. The contracting authority expects compatibility with its existing Agilent 8860 GC system for use in microplastics analysis, enhancing in-house capabilities. The procurement budget is set at £81,000, covering essential goods as per the Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV) classification 38000000.

Businesses specialising in laboratory equipment, particularly those capable of supplying sophisticated analytical devices like the Pyrolyser with autosampler, have a promising opportunity with this tender. Firms adept at manufacturing or providing support for complex systems compatible with the Agilent 8860 GC will be well-suited to compete. The contract offers growth potential by allowing businesses to establish or strengthen ties within the educational sector, specifically by supporting significant research initiatives such as microplastics analysis. Such collaborations can enhance reputation and open pathways to further academic partnerships.

## Notice

The University requires the supply of an EGA/PY Pyrolyser with autosampler, fully compatible with the existing Agilent 8860 GC system and associated polymer-searching software.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The University requires the supply of an EGA/PY Pyrolyser with autosampler, fully compatible with the existing Agilent 8860 GC system and associated polymer-searching software. This equipment is essential for delivering newly funded research relating to microplastics analysis, enabling accurate polymer identification and mass-based characterisation using Py-GC/MS techniques. The investment will enhance in-house analytical capability, remove reliance on external laboratories, and ensure the University meets funded project timelines and methodological requirements.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549331 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice |
| 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 | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 9 Mar 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £81,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ABERTAY UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | DUNDEE |
| Post town | Dundee |
| Postcode | DD1 1HG |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM0 Eastern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM03 Angus and Dundee City |
| Local authority | Dundee City |
| Electoral ward | Maryfield |
| Westminster constituency | Dundee Central |
| Delivery location | TLM71 Angus and Dundee City |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 38400000 - Instruments for checking physical characteristics

## Release History

- 11 Feb 2026 at 00:00 - Planning - OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549331

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB549331&idx=1
  11th February 2026 - Pyrolyser with Autosampler - Capability Assessment
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549331
  Pyrolyser wiht Autosampler - Capability Assessment - The University requires the supply of an EGA/PY Pyrolyser with autosampler, fully compatible with the existing Agilent 8860 GC system and associated polymer-searching software.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.abertay.ac.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=823384
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000823384

## Provenance

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