--- title: "PURCH2860 Provision of Chemical Mechanical Polishing Tool" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000831410" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000831410" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000831410.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000831410.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW" published: "2026-05-08" --- # PURCH2860 Provision of Chemical Mechanical Polishing Tool Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000831410 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000831410) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000831410.json) ## Summary The University of Glasgow is inviting tenders for the provision of a Chemical Mechanical Polishing Tool, under tender reference PURCH2860. This procurement falls within the education sector and is identified under the main procurement category of goods. Located in Glasgow, Scotland, the procurement uses a competitive procedure with negotiation, classified as a selective method. The current stage of the procurement process is the tender stage, with submissions to be made electronically by 8th June 2026. The contract is envisaged to last for a minimum of 12 months, with potential extensions for two additional 12-month periods. Interested parties can find tender documents and submit returns via the Public Contracts Scotland portal. This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specializing in advanced research and development equipment, particularly those with capabilities in chemical mechanical polishing technologies. Companies with expertise in processing silicon wafers up to 200 mm diameter, and those providing innovative solutions within the semiconductor industry, will find this opportunity particularly aligned with their offerings. The competitive procedure with negotiation allows businesses to showcase their technical and economic strengths, with award criteria focusing on both quality and price. The tender is well-suited for companies looking to expand their footprint in educational and research institutions, especially those that can contribute towards community benefits through employment and vocational training opportunities. ## Notice PURCH2860 Provision of Chemical Mechanical Polishing 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 Provision of Chemical Mechanical Polishing Tool for a Minimum Period of 12 Months with the Option to Extend for Two Further Periods of up to 12 Months The University has a requirement for a Chemical Mechanical Polishing (CMP) system capable of processing up to 200 mm diameter silicon wafers for advanced research and development applications. Please refer to the 'PURCH2860 - Schedule 1A - ITT V.2' for further details and specification This procurement process is being conducted using the Competitive Procedure with Negotiation (CPN) in accordance with the requirements of Regulation 30 of the PC(S)R 2015. Although this procurement is being conducted under the Competitive Procedure with Negotiation (CPN), it is structured differently from a typical CPN process. This approach has been adopted to enhance the efficiency of evaluating supplier responses across both stages (SPD and ITT). Renewal: 2 x 12 month extensions ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY555429 | | 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 | 8 May 2026 | | Submission deadline | 8 Jun 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 - 8 May 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY555429 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY555429 PURCH2860 Provision of Chemical Mechanical Polishing Tool - PURCH2860 Provision of Chemical Mechanical Polishing 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. 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