Official UK procurement notice
Servicing and Calibration Services for Scientific & Laboratory Equipment
Authority: University of Strathclyde (Education)
What is being bought6 lots · detail below
Published requirement descriptionIn accordance with Regulation 41 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015, the University is issuing this notice to undertake Preliminary Market Consultation prior to commencing any live procurement process.
The University of Strathclyde (UoS) seeks notes of interest from suppliers capable of delivering comprehensive servicing, calibration and inspection services that support the safe, compliant, and reliable operation of specialist scientific, laboratory and research equipment.
For the purposes of this scope, the University intends to explore options for a unified service provision covering:
-Scheduled servicing
-Calibration, inspection and compliance testing
This requirement will apply across multiple operational lots and will encompass a diverse range of specialist assets, including scientific instrumentation, analytical and laboratory systems, containment and extraction equipment, microscopy and imaging systems, spectroscopy and chromatography platforms, cryogenic and vacuum systems, photonics and laser equipment, metrology tools, environmental control systems, and associated laboratory infrastructure.
The University is undertaking this Preliminary Market Consultation to inform future sourcing options and to understand supplier capability, service models, and technical approaches for supporting a complex and varied scientific and laboratory equipment estate. The future solution is expected to provide robust service delivery, modern reporting and compliance assurance, and effective integration with the University’s internal processes and systems.
CPV: Repair and maintenance services · Repair and maintenance services for non-electrical machinery · Repair and maintenance services of X-ray equipment · Repair and maintenance services of electrical building installations · Repair and maintenance services of electrical distribution equipment · Repair and maintenance services of electrical machinery, apparatus and associated equipment · Repair and maintenance services of machinery · Repair and maintenance services of measuring apparatus · Repair and maintenance services of measuring, testing and checking apparatus · Repair and maintenance services of mechanical building installations · Repair and maintenance services of medical and precision equipment · Repair and maintenance services of optical equipment · +2 more
Lots and requirements (6)Procurement structure
6 lots · no lot values publishedLot #1Analytical & Separation InstrumentationPlanned
This lot will include:
Servicing and calibration of analytical chemistry and molecular analysis instrumentation used for separation, identification, quantification, and characterisation of materials, compounds, and biological samples.
Scope:
Covers laboratory analytical systems based on chromatography, mass spectrometry, spectroscopy, molecular analysis, and associated sample handling platforms. Includes integrated analytical workflows where detector systems, autosamplers, vacuum systems, thermal control, and analytical software are core operational components.
Applies to research, quality assurance, forensic, biomedical, environmental, and process-analysis laboratories where analytical accuracy, repeatability, traceability, and regulatory compliance are critical.
Includes categories:
Gas Chromatography (GC)
Liquid Chromatography (HPLC/UHPLC/UPLC)
LC-MS / GC-MS / HRMS Systems
Mass Spectrometry & Orbitrap Systems
Spectroscopy & Spectrophotometry
FTIR / Raman / UV-Vis / Fluorescence
Flow Cytometry & Cell Analysis
PCR / qPCR / DNA Analysis Systems
Electrophoresis & Genetic Analysis
Analytical Sample Introduction Systems
Autosamplers & Detector Systems
Analytical Vacuum & Pump Systems (instrument-integrated)
Analytical Software & Data Systems Additional information: Please note that the proposed lot structure remains under review and may be subject to revision as the procurement approach is finalised.
Lot #2Microscopy, Imaging & Characterisation SystemsPlanned
This lot will include:
Servicing, calibration and alignment of optical, electron, X-ray, and advanced imaging systems used for visualisation, measurement, structural analysis, and material characterisation.
Scope:
Covers microscopy, imaging, diffraction, tomography, profilometry, and associated optical or electron-beam analytical systems. Includes systems requiring precision alignment, vacuum integration, detector calibration, vibration-sensitive setup, or imaging software support.
Applies to research and analytical environments where imaging resolution, positional accuracy, optical alignment, or structural characterisation are critical.
Includes categories:
Includes categories
Optical Microscopy
Confocal & Fluorescence Microscopy
Stereo & Polarised Microscopy
Electron Microscopy (SEM/EPMA)
X-Ray Diffraction & X-Ray Imaging
CT & MicroCT Systems
Surface Profilometry
Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM)
Optical Imaging & High-Speed Cameras
Imaging Detectors & Scientific Cameras
Goniometers & Optical Positioning
Optical Characterisation Systems
Microscopy Control & Imaging Software " Additional information: Please note that the proposed lot structure remains under review and may be subject to revision as the procurement approach is finalised
Lot #3Vacuum, Thin Film, Photonics & Semiconductor Processing SystemsPlanned
This lot will include:
Descriptor:
Servicing and calibration of vacuum-based research systems, photonics equipment, semiconductor fabrication platforms, and thin-film deposition or etching technologies.
Scope:
Covers specialist laboratory and pilot-scale systems operating under vacuum, controlled atmosphere, plasma, optical, or semiconductor process conditions. Includes deposition, etching, lithography, laser processing, photonics instrumentation, cryogenic systems, and process-support infrastructure directly integrated into research operations.
Applies to cleanroom, photonics, nanotechnology, quantum, semiconductor, and advanced materials research environments.
Includes categories:
Thin Film Deposition Systems
PVD / PECVD / ALD Systems
Plasma & Reactive Ion Etchers
ICP & DRIE Systems
Vacuum Chambers & Vacuum Furnaces
Dry Vacuum Pumps & Turbo Systems
Lithography & Mask Alignment Systems
Laser Processing & Laser Research Systems
Tunable Lasers & Optical Sources
Optical Measurement & Spectrometry
Wire Bonders & Flip-Chip Systems
Cryogenic & Quantum Research Systems
Semiconductor Process Cooling Systems
Process Abatement & Gas Handling
Photonics Test & Optical Bench Systems Additional information: Please note that the proposed lot structure remains under review and may be subject to revision as the procurement approach is finalised.
Lot #4Laboratory Thermal, Pressure & Process EquipmentPlanned
This lot will include:
Servicing, validation and calibration of laboratory thermal processing, pressure systems, pilot plant equipment, reactors, sterilisation systems, and laboratory process infrastructure.
Scope:
Covers laboratory and pilot-scale systems involving controlled temperature, pressure, thermal transfer, sterilisation, reaction chemistry, fluid processing, or process engineering operations. Includes process-linked cooling, heating, pressure containment, and laboratory utility systems directly supporting experimental or production workflows.
Applies to research, pilot manufacturing, chemical processing, microbiology, and materials laboratories.
Includes categories:
Laboratory Furnaces & Ovens
Autoclaves & Sterilisers
Thermal Analysis Equipment
Reactors & Pressure Vessels
Pilot Plant & Process Engineering Systems
Heat Exchangers & Cooling Towers
Fluid Handling & Pump Systems
Environmental Chambers & Incubators
Water Baths & Circulators
Spray Dryers & Drying Systems
Hydrogen & Fuel Cell Test Systems
Laboratory Vacuum Ovens
Process Cooling Equipment
Deionised Water Systems (process-linked) Additional information: Please note that the proposed lot structure remains under review and may be subject to revision as the procurement approach is finalised.
Lot #5Metrology, Electrical Test & General Laboratory InstrumentationPlanned
This lot will include:
Calibration, verification and servicing of laboratory measurement equipment, electrical/electronic test instrumentation, metrology devices, and general scientific support instruments.
Scope:
Covers standalone measurement, calibration, monitoring, DAQ, electrical test, and laboratory support instruments used for validation, experimentation, diagnostics, and standards verification.
Applies to multidisciplinary research, engineering, electronics, physics, and laboratory environments requiring traceable measurement and instrument accuracy.
Includes categories:
Balances & Weighing Systems
Pipettes & Liquid Handling Calibration
Oscilloscopes & Electronic Test Equipment
Signal Generators & RF Equipment
Power Supplies & Source Meters
DAQ & Instrument Interfaces
Environmental Monitoring Instruments
Radiation Monitoring & Dosimetry
Optical Power Measurement
Network Analysers & Electrical Metrology
General Laboratory Measurement Devices
Sensors, Controllers & Monitoring Systems Additional information: Please note that the proposed lot structure remains under review and may be subject to revision as the procurement approach is finalised.
Lot #6Laboratory Safety, Containment & Infrastructure SystemsPlanned
This lot will include:
Servicing, statutory inspection, testing and compliance verification of laboratory safety systems, containment infrastructure, environmental protection systems, and laboratory support utilities.
Scope:
Covers non-process-specific laboratory infrastructure and safety-critical systems required to maintain compliant, safe, and operational laboratory and research environments. Includes containment ventilation, microbiological safety systems, gas safety infrastructure, pressure systems, lifting equipment, and occupational safety systems.
Applies to laboratory estates, research facilities, engineering workshops, and specialist scientific environments.
Includes categories:
Biological Safety Cabinets (BSC)
Fume Cupboards & LEV Systems
Ducted Extraction & Ventilation
Gas Detection & Monitoring Systems
Gas Manifolds & Gas Safety Systems
Pressure Regulators & Gas Infrastructure
Fire Suppression & Gas Extinguishing Systems
Laboratory Safety Monitoring Systems
Oxygen Depletion Monitoring
Breathing Apparatus & Safety Equipment
Compressed Air Systems
Lifting Equipment & Cranes
Workshop Environmental Systems
Statutory Inspection & Compliance Testing Additional information: Please note that the proposed lot structure remains under review and may be subject to revision as the procurement approach is finalised.
Pipeline intelligence · planning stage: how this market runs before the tender is published
How University of Strathclyde buys Repair and maintenance services (CPV 50), and who usually turns up
University of Strathclyde’s published record next to the market for the same work. Frameworks and DPS are left out: they draw different bid counts. Whole-market view: Repair and maintenance services (CPV 50) →
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Most of this buyer’s recorded winners were registered outside the region where that award was delivered.
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Half of these awards have an award date within 55 days of the bid deadline.
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1 bid13% / 16%
2–338% / 29%
4–635% / 30%
7+15% / 25%
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Below estimate41% / 45%
Within ±2%55% / 35%
Above estimate5% / 20%
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Lot #1Analytical & Separation InstrumentationCPV 50Estimate not published
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1 bid16%
2–329%
4–630%
7+25%
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Who could compete for this lot?
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None is confirmed as a bidder.
Candidate suppliers for this notice have not been worked out yet, so this is not a verdict that nobody fits.
Lot #2Microscopy, Imaging & Characterisation SystemsCPV 50Estimate not published
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The forecast uses similar past competitions. The bar shows either that forecast or past bid counts; the line below says which.
Each lot shows its own forecast based on its own category; forecasts for different lots of the same notice are not comparative. The bar shows 253 past lots.
A forecast, not a list of bidders.
1 bid16%
2–329%
4–630%
7+25%
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Who could compete for this lot?
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None is confirmed as a bidder.
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Who could compete for this lot?
Firms with relevant past wins. On a framework, we show firms on that agreement.
None is confirmed as a bidder.
Candidate suppliers for this notice have not been worked out yet, so this is not a verdict that nobody fits.
Lot #3Vacuum, Thin Film, Photonics & Semiconductor Processing SystemsCPV 50Estimate not published
This lot lists more than one class in CPV 50. The comparison uses that group.
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How many bids this lot may attract.
The forecast uses similar past competitions. The bar shows either that forecast or past bid counts; the line below says which.
Each lot shows its own forecast based on its own category; forecasts for different lots of the same notice are not comparative. The bar shows 253 past lots.
A forecast, not a list of bidders.
1 bid16%
2–329%
4–630%
7+25%
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Where the award price may land.
The forecast uses similar awards and the buyer’s estimate. The band covers the middle half of likely prices.
No comparable awards for this lot yet.
A statistical guide from past awards, not a price to bid.
Who has supplied this buyer on similar work? i
Who has done similar work for this buyer.
Past contracts are matched by buyer, title and type of work.
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Who has done similar work for this buyer.
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A past supplier may not bid again.
No earlier contract of this buyer matches this lot on the published record.
Who could compete for this lot? i
Who could compete for this lot?
Firms with relevant past wins. On a framework, we show firms on that agreement.
None is confirmed as a bidder.
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Who could compete for this lot?
Firms with relevant past wins. On a framework, we show firms on that agreement.
None is confirmed as a bidder.
Candidate suppliers for this notice have not been worked out yet, so this is not a verdict that nobody fits.
Lot #4Laboratory Thermal, Pressure & Process EquipmentCPV 50Estimate not published
This lot lists more than one class in CPV 50. The comparison uses that group.
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How many bids this lot may attract.
The forecast uses similar past competitions. The bar shows either that forecast or past bid counts; the line below says which.
Each lot shows its own forecast based on its own category; forecasts for different lots of the same notice are not comparative. The bar shows 253 past lots.
A forecast, not a list of bidders.
1 bid16%
2–329%
4–630%
7+25%
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Where the award price may land.
The forecast uses similar awards and the buyer’s estimate. The band covers the middle half of likely prices.
No comparable awards for this lot yet.
A statistical guide from past awards, not a price to bid.
Who has supplied this buyer on similar work? i
Who has done similar work for this buyer.
Past contracts are matched by buyer, title and type of work.
A past supplier may not bid again.
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Who has done similar work for this buyer.
Past contracts are matched by buyer, title and type of work.
A past supplier may not bid again.
No earlier contract of this buyer matches this lot on the published record.
Who could compete for this lot? i
Who could compete for this lot?
Firms with relevant past wins. On a framework, we show firms on that agreement.
None is confirmed as a bidder.
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Who could compete for this lot?
Firms with relevant past wins. On a framework, we show firms on that agreement.
None is confirmed as a bidder.
Candidate suppliers for this notice have not been worked out yet, so this is not a verdict that nobody fits.
Lot #5Metrology, Electrical Test & General Laboratory InstrumentationCPV 50Estimate not published
This lot lists more than one class in CPV 50. The comparison uses that group.
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How many bids this lot may attract.
The forecast uses similar past competitions. The bar shows either that forecast or past bid counts; the line below says which.
Each lot shows its own forecast based on its own category; forecasts for different lots of the same notice are not comparative. The bar shows 253 past lots.
A forecast, not a list of bidders.
1 bid16%
2–329%
4–630%
7+25%
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Where the award price may land.
The forecast uses similar awards and the buyer’s estimate. The band covers the middle half of likely prices.
No comparable awards for this lot yet.
A statistical guide from past awards, not a price to bid.
Who has supplied this buyer on similar work? i
Who has done similar work for this buyer.
Past contracts are matched by buyer, title and type of work.
A past supplier may not bid again.
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Who has done similar work for this buyer.
Past contracts are matched by buyer, title and type of work.
A past supplier may not bid again.
No earlier contract of this buyer matches this lot on the published record.
Who could compete for this lot? i
Who could compete for this lot?
Firms with relevant past wins. On a framework, we show firms on that agreement.
None is confirmed as a bidder.
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Who could compete for this lot?
Firms with relevant past wins. On a framework, we show firms on that agreement.
None is confirmed as a bidder.
Candidate suppliers for this notice have not been worked out yet, so this is not a verdict that nobody fits.
Lot #6Laboratory Safety, Containment & Infrastructure SystemsCPV 50Estimate not published
This lot lists more than one class in CPV 50. The comparison uses that group.
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How many bids this lot may attract.
The forecast uses similar past competitions. The bar shows either that forecast or past bid counts; the line below says which.
Each lot shows its own forecast based on its own category; forecasts for different lots of the same notice are not comparative. The bar shows 253 past lots.
A forecast, not a list of bidders.
1 bid16%
2–329%
4–630%
7+25%
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Where the award price may land.
The forecast uses similar awards and the buyer’s estimate. The band covers the middle half of likely prices.
No comparable awards for this lot yet.
A statistical guide from past awards, not a price to bid.
Who has supplied this buyer on similar work? i
Who has done similar work for this buyer.
Past contracts are matched by buyer, title and type of work.
A past supplier may not bid again.
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Who has done similar work for this buyer.
Past contracts are matched by buyer, title and type of work.
A past supplier may not bid again.
No earlier contract of this buyer matches this lot on the published record.
Who could compete for this lot? i
Who could compete for this lot?
Firms with relevant past wins. On a framework, we show firms on that agreement.
None is confirmed as a bidder.
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Who could compete for this lot?
Firms with relevant past wins. On a framework, we show firms on that agreement.
None is confirmed as a bidder.
Candidate suppliers for this notice have not been worked out yet, so this is not a verdict that nobody fits.
About this data
- Source. Official UK public procurement notices (Find a Tender), reused under the Open Government Licence v3.0. New notices arrive through the day; the figures are rebuilt nightly.
- Two views, kept apart. The authority’s own track record and the wider market for the same kind of work sit side by side and are never mixed. Where the local picture is too thin, a figure widens to a broader market and says which one it used.
- Forecasts are labelled. The price forecast and its range, possible competitors and the earlier-work matches are our estimates from past awards: not published facts, not win chances and not price advice. Official notices do not say who is bidding.
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Procedure terms & legal framework
From the official record · publisher note attached- Legal basis
- CELEX · 32014L0024 Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (Directive 2014/24/EU)
- Procurement category
- Services
- Notice status
- Planned procurement
- Procurement threshold
- Unspecified in notice
- Regulatory regime
- Standard
- Commercial structure
- Stand-alone contract (no framework)
- Competition type
- Competitive procedure
- GPA / WTO covered
- Yes (GPA)
- Recurring procurement
- Unspecified in notice
- First published
- 14 May 2026, 16:10 BST
- Last source update
- 14 May 2026, 16:10 BST
- Authority reference
UOS-43095-2026- FTS notice number
2026/S 000-044533- Classification (CPV)
- Delivery area
- Official registry OCID
ocds-h6vhtk-06991aFind a Tender
Publisher note: Please note, the lot structure is still to be confirmed, and is therefore subject to change. The University of Strathclyde may conduct further market engagement with interested parties. As such, all interested parties must register their interest no later than the 29 May 2026. NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the Public Contracts Scotland Web Site at https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=832020. (SC Ref:832020)
How it was run
Official notice- Submission deadline
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Timeline
14 May 2026 → 30 Jun 2026 · 2 dates- Notice published163 days ago14 May 2026, 16:10 BST
- Tender notice expected116 days ago30 Jun 2026, 00:00 BST
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