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Provision of Vacuum Metal Deposition

Scottish Police Authority(buyer)

Published: Published 13 November 2026
Deadline: Deadline: 14 December 2026 (30 days left)

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Overview

The Scottish Police Authority is seeking to establish a contract for the supply, delivery, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of a new Vacuum Metal Deposition Instrument for its Forensic Service. The procurement is currently open for bids, with submissions due by 14 December 2026.

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Scottish Police Authority
Buyer
Glasgow, United Kingdom
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Key details

Country: United Kingdom
Status: Open for bids
Category: Goods
Procedure: Open procedure
Rules: Public Contracts Regulations 2015
Published: 13 November 2026
Deadline: 14 December 2026

Classification (CPV)

Clinical forensics equipment and suppliesInstallation services of laboratory equipment

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Contract Notice
13 November 2026

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