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Supply of up to four (4) Inductively Coupled Plasma Optical Emission Spectrometers (ICPOES)

ENVIRONMENT AGENCY

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26 Aug 2025 at 10:03

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Summary of the contracting process

The Environment Agency has completed a public procurement process for the supply of up to four Inductively Coupled Plasma Optical Emission Spectrometers (ICPOES). The procurement, classified under the engineering services and laboratory, optical, and precision equipment categories, covered a three-year period with an open procedure above the threshold. This contract was awarded to Agilent Technologies LDA UK Ltd, with the contract period commencing on 13 August 2025 and ending on 31 March 2028. Delivery of the spectrometers is planned within regions in the South West and Yorkshire and the Humber, United Kingdom. The total contract value stands at £239,055.24 GBP.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in producing precision laboratory and engineering equipment. Companies specialising in optical emission spectrometers and those looking to expand their customer base within the public sector can benefit greatly, particularly SMEs and VCSEs that are encouraged to engage with such procurement. The open procurement method facilitates a competitive environment, providing several avenues for business growth and increased visibility in the market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply of up to four (4) Inductively Coupled Plasma Optical Emission Spectrometers (ICPOES)

Notice Description

The Environment Agency requires up to four (4) Inductively Coupled Plasma Optical Emission Spectrometers (ICPOES) for delivery over a three (3) year period. We have committed to purchase one asset this year (FY 25/26), and further purchases will be subject to business need & budgetary approval.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-27166454-549c-464b-8d55-c1b80989c03c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6f340daf-d97e-47ac-8f85-a34739449d75
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 (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

71300000 - Engineering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£239,055 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£239,055 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
4 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
12 Aug 2025 - 31 Mar 2028 2-3 years
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
ENVIRONMENT AGENCY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3JR
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AGILENT TECHNOLOGIES

Further Information

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