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GB-Automated Kjeldahl: Leeds

UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS

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01 Dec 2025 at 11:20

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Leeds is inviting tenders for a semi-automated Kjeldahl distillation and titration system under the procurement title "GB-Automated Kjeldahl: Leeds". This procurement falls under the industry category of instruments for measuring the flow, level, and pressure of liquids and gases (CPV code 38420000). The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with an open procedure method to ensure a fair selection based on predefined criteria. The goods are to be delivered to Yorkshire and the Humber, United Kingdom, with the tender period ending on 14th December 2025. The contract is set to begin on 2nd March 2026 and will conclude on 2nd March 2027, involving an estimated value of £100,000.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for business growth, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in laboratory instruments and equipment. Businesses that can supply high-quality, precise measurement devices are well-positioned to compete. By securing this contract, a company can strengthen its reputation in the higher education sector, particularly in scientific research and academic circles. This opportunity not only paves the way for future partnerships with leading educational institutions but also enhances market visibility in a critical and evolving industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-Automated Kjeldahl: Leeds

Notice Description

The School of Food Science and Nutrition at the University of Leeds is seeking tenders for semi - automated Kjeldahl distillation and titration system. The Kjeldahl distillation and titration system is used for determining the nitrogen content of a sample to enable accurate protein measurement. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0deddee2-66ac-426e-a833-f5d70de2d4bc
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

38420000 - Instruments for measuring flow, level and pressure of liquids and gases

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Dec 20253 days ago
Submission Deadline
14 Dec 20252 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Mar 2026 - 2 Mar 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS
Contact Name
Sam Greaves
Contact Email
s.j.greaves@leeds.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+441133438178

Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
Postcode
LS2 9JZ
Post Town
Leeds
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Little London & Woodhouse
Westminster Constituency
Leeds Central and Headingley

Further Information

Notice Documents

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