Servicing and Calibration Services for Scientific & Laboratory Equipment

University of Strathclyde

Published: May 14, 2026

Updated: May 19, 2026

Source: Public Contracts Scotland

About This Opportunity

This is a supplies contract in the Research, health and medical services and education and training sectors, with a focus on Laboratory, Higher Education, Laboratories and R&D equipment. Located in United Kingdom, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of GBP 450,000.

Published through Public Contracts Scotland, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for the supply of goods in the Research sector. Supply contracts typically require bidders to demonstrate product compliance with technical specifications, delivery capacity, and relevant certifications. This is an advance notice — the formal tender is expected to be published shortly. Interested parties can use this time to prepare documentation and identify potential partners.

Description

In 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. Lot: Analytical & Separation Instrumentation — 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. Please note that the proposed lot structure remains under review and may be subject to revision as the procurement approach is finalised. Lot: Microscopy, Imaging & Characterisation Systems — 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 ". Please note that the proposed lot structure remains under review and may be subject to revision as the procurement approach is finalised Lot: Vacuum, Thin Film, Photonics & Semiconductor Processing Systems — 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 in

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from Public Contracts Scotland and was originally published on May 14, 2026. Last refreshed today. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About University of Strathclyde

University of Strathclyde has issued 343 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 57 currently open and 175 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in General Supplies & Services, Information & Communication Technology, and Education & Training. All notices are published for United Kingdom. Notices are distributed via Public Contracts Scotland, UK FTS - Find a Tender Service, and TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU). Most recent publication: May 14, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

How can I submit a bid?

Visit Public Contracts Scotland to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions provided by the contracting authority.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by University of Strathclyde in United Kingdom. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Supplies contract in the Research & Innovation sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.

What is the estimated budget?

The estimated contract value is Up to £450,000. Bidders should ensure their proposals are consistent with this range and account for any local taxes and contract execution costs.

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in United Kingdom. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.