--- title: "Award for provision of specialist medical equipment - University of Aberdeen" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000832940" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000832940" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000832940.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000832940.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN" published: "2026-06-03" --- # Award for provision of specialist medical equipment - University of Aberdeen Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000832940 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000832940) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000832940.json) ## Summary The recent procurement process conducted by the University of Aberdeen has resulted in the award of a contract for the provision of specialist medical equipment to support its research activities. The contract, identified as AU25/68, falls under the education industry category and is classified within the goods procurement sector. The procurement stage has reached completion, with the award being formalised on 26th May 2026. Located in Aberdeen, the buying organisation is a public body governed by public law, and the procurement method used was limited, without a prior call for competition. This approach was justified by the technical capabilities and unique position of the chosen supplier, REAL Digital International Ltd, which allowed them to fulfil the requirement efficiently. This tender opens up growth opportunities for businesses in the manufacturing and supply of specialised medical equipment, particularly those able to demonstrate integrated capabilities in both production and logistics. SMEs with a capacity for high-volume, complex assemblies, and established logistics networks will find themselves well-suited to compete in future similar opportunities. The procurement highlights a preference for suppliers with proven track records in large-scale, compliance-driven projects and those operating within accredited quality frameworks. While this contract was awarded without competition due to technical reasons, it underscores the potential for growth for businesses that can align with such technical and operational benchmarks. ## Notice Award of contract for specialist medical equipment to support research. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Award of contract for specialist medical equipment to support research. ### Procurement Information RDi is uniquely positioned to deliver this requirement through its integrated, end-to-end capability spanning UK-based manufacturing, high-volume kitting and assembly, and national fulfilment. Its proven delivery of population-scale diagnostic programmes, including the NHS Bowel Cancer Screening Programme, demonstrates the ability to operate at scale with high levels of accuracy, traceability, and governance. RDi operates within a fully accredited quality framework (ISO 13485, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001), ensuring safe, consistent, and compliant delivery. Crucially, its established infrastructure and logistics networks enable immediate mobilisation without additional development, significantly reducing risk and timelines. Given its readiness, scale, and technical maturity, no alternative provider could replicate this capability. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557222 | | Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Limited | | Procurement method details | Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 3 Jun 2026 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 26 May 2026 | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | £51,600 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN | | Locality | ABERDEEN | | Post town | Aberdeen | | Postcode | AB24 3FX | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM5 North Eastern Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire | | Local authority | Aberdeen City | | Electoral ward | Tillydrone/Seaton/Old Aberdeen | | Westminster constituency | Aberdeen North | | Delivery location | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | REAL DIGITAL INTERNATIONAL | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products ### Codes - 33100000 - Medical equipments ## Release History - 3 Jun 2026 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557222 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557222 Award for provision of specialist medical equipment - University of Aberdeen - Award of contract for specialist medical equipment to support research. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.abdn.ac.uk/procurement - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000832940 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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