---
title: "X-Ray Sources Framework"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000832451"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH"
published: "2026-05-20"
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# X-Ray Sources Framework

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000832451

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## Summary

The University of Edinburgh has issued an active tender titled "X-Ray Sources Framework", which falls under the industry category of goods for educational purposes. The procurement process is conducted through an open procedure with electronic submissions, focusing on obtaining X-Ray irradiation systems to support research, medical, and veterinary applications. The framework agreement, open to a maximum of 999 participants, is set to last 1,440 days, with potential for four additional 12-month extensions. Located in Edinburgh (UKM75 region), the tender is in the active stage with critical deadlines approaching, including a submission end date of 19th June 2026. This offer is linked to enhancing project outcomes and includes community benefits that align with local priorities, as articulated by the University’s procurement team.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in X-Ray technology and related systems to expand their reach into educational and research sectors. Companies capable of providing high-quality, cost-effective solutions would be well-suited for this framework, particularly those that can deliver innovative applications catered to medical and veterinary fields. As suppliers participate, they are expected to commit to community benefits that reflect the University of Edinburgh’s regional priorities. Engaging in this tender not only provides a route to long-term partnerships but also allows businesses to contribute to broad-based community initiatives in the Edinburgh and South East Scotland area.

## Notice

The University of Edinburgh has a requirement for X-Ray irradiation systems to fulfil a variety of project requirements. These include research, medical and veterinary applications. We are seeking to establish a framework of leading market providers to fulfil these requirements over the term.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The University of Edinburgh has a requirement for X-Ray irradiation systems to fulfil a variety of project requirements. These include research, medical and veterinary applications. We are seeking to establish a framework of leading market providers to fulfil these requirements over the term.

Renewal: 4 additional extensions of 12 months each.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556221 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 19 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 EDINBURGH |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH1 1HT |
| 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 | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh East and Musselburgh |
| Delivery location | TLM75 City of Edinburgh |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 20 May 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556221

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556221
  X-Ray Sources Framework - The University of Edinburgh has a requirement for X-Ray irradiation systems to fulfil a variety of project requirements. These include research, medical and veterinary applications. We are seeking to establish a framework of leading market providers to fulfil these requirements over the term.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.ed.ac.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000832451
- https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk

## Provenance

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