Prior information notice
This notice is for prior information only
Section I: Contracting
authority
I.1) Name and addresses
University of Strathclyde
Learning & Teaching Building, 49 Richmond Street
Glasgow
G1 1XU
UK
Contact person: Adam Ngileruma
Telephone: +44 7811592949
E-mail: adam.ngileruma@strath.ac.uk
NUTS: UKM82
Internet address(es)
Main address: http://www.strath.ac.uk/
Address of the buyer profile: https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00113
I.3) Communication
Additional information can be obtained from the abovementioned address
Electronic communication requires the use of tools and devices that are not generally available. Unrestricted and full direct access to these tools and devices is possible, free of charge, at:
https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/esop/pts-host/public/pts/web/login.html
I.4) Type of the contracting authority
Body governed by public law
I.5) Main activity
Education
Section II: Object
II.1) Scope of the procurement
II.1.1) Title
Supply and Delivery of Lab Gases
Reference number: UOS-42897-2026
II.1.2) Main CPV code
24100000
II.1.3) Type of contract
Supplies
II.1.4) Short description
The University of Strathclyde is undertaking preliminary market engagement in relation to the future provision of laboratory gases across departments. The University is considering the establishment of either a framework agreement and/or a contractual arrangement for the supply and delivery of laboratory gases, with the final procurement approach to be determined following this engagement.
The anticipated scope includes but not limited to the supply and delivery of a range of laboratory gases required to support teaching, research and operational activities across the University departments.
This may also include the removal of cylinders and associated equipment, in accordance with relevant health, safety and environmental legislation.
The University expects the potential supplier(s) to provide reliable, responsive and flexible delivery arrangements to meet the requirements.
This Prior Information Notice is issued to inform the market of a potential future procurement opportunity and to support the development of a proportionate procurement strategy and contractual model.
II.1.5) Estimated total value
Value excluding VAT:
400 000.00
GBP
II.1.6) Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots:
No
II.2) Description
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
24111000
24111700
24111800
24111300
24112100
24413000
24321112
24321115
24113200
24111100
24111600
24321111
44612100
44611110
42131170
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKM82
Main site or place of performance:
University of Strathclyde
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
The University of Strathclyde is undertaking preliminary market engagement in relation to the future provision of laboratory gases across departments. The University is considering the establishment of either a framework agreement and/or a contractual arrangement for the supply and delivery of laboratory gases, with the final procurement approach to be determined following this engagement.
The anticipated scope includes but not limited to the supply and delivery of a range of laboratory gases required to support teaching, research and operational activities across the University departments.
This may also include the removal of cylinders and associated equipment, in accordance with relevant health, safety and environmental legislation.
The University expects the potential supplier(s) to provide reliable, responsive and flexible delivery arrangements to meet the requirements.
This Prior Information Notice is issued to inform the market of a potential future procurement opportunity and to support the development of a proportionate procurement strategy and contractual model.
II.3) Estimated date of publication of contract notice:
25/05/2026
Section IV: Procedure
IV.1) Description
IV.1.8) Information about Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement:
Yes
Section VI: Complementary information
VI.3) Additional information
The estimated value is indicative at this stage and subject to change following market engagement.
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=829897.
(SC Ref:829897)
VI.5) Date of dispatch of this notice
05/05/2026