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X-ray fluorescence microimaging instrument - AWARD

THE UNIVERSITY OF WARWICK

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30 Sep 2025 at 08:43

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Warwick has successfully completed the procurement process for an X-ray fluorescence microimaging instrument. This tender was carried out under an open procedure and falls within the goods category of the "Checking and testing apparatus" industry, with additional classification for microscopes. The contract, awarded to HORIBA UK Limited, commenced on 1st March 2025 and will conclude on 28th February 2026. Key dates include the tender period end date on 7th February 2025, and the contract award notice published on 30th September 2025. The delivery location is specified as the University House in Coventry, West Midlands, United Kingdom.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in scientific equipment, particularly those offering advanced technological solutions like microimaging instruments. Companies that provide high-quality checking and testing apparatus would be well-suited to compete in such procurements. The open procedure allows for competitive participation, making it an attractive option for businesses looking to expand their market reach and collaborate with esteemed institutions such as the University of Warwick. The project, although not suited for SMEs or VCSEs, could still offer valuable exposure and partnership prospects in the academic and scientific sectors.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

X-ray fluorescence microimaging instrument - AWARD

Notice Description

The University of Warwick has a requirement for X-ray fluorescence microimaging instrument. In order to express interest in this opportunity please go to the University of Warwick In-Tend supplier portal (https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofwarwick). The University of Warwick is not a contracting authority for the purposes of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (as amended) and its procurement activities are not subject to the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 or the obligations under the European Public Procurement Directives, including the European Remedies Directive. Advertisement of any contract in the Official Journal of the European Union or Contracts Finder is at the sole discretion of the University and is undertaken on a voluntary basis with no implied obligation to comply with the procurement legislation.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/56fd0ff7-443e-402c-b7da-9929faa7a736
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

CPV Codes

38500000 - Checking and testing apparatus

38510000 - Microscopes

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Sep 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
7 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Feb 202512 months ago
Contract Period
1 Mar 2025 - 28 Feb 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE UNIVERSITY OF WARWICK
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WEST MIDLANDS
Postcode
CV4 7AL
Post Town
Coventry
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG33 Coventry
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Coventry
Electoral Ward
Wainbody
Westminster Constituency
Coventry South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HORIBA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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