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Micro X-Ray Fluorescence Instrument

UNIVERSITY OF EXETER

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01 Oct 2024 at 09:25

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Exeter has completed a public procurement process for acquiring a Micro X-Ray Fluorescence (Micro XRF) instrument, intended for use by the Cambourne School of Mines at the University's Penryn Campus in Cornwall. Funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, this procurement falls under the industry category of Laboratory, Optical and Precision Equipment. The tender was conducted using an open procedure and was valued at £350,000. The procurement, which is in the award stage, started with the tender period ending on 27th August 2024 and the contract period set from 1st October 2024 to 31st December 2026. The contract was awarded to BlueScientific Ltd on 27th September 2024.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses in the laboratory and precision equipment industry, particularly those specialising in sophisticated scientific instruments. Given the open procurement method and emphasis on precision equipment, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with relevant expertise are well-suited to compete in similar future tenders. The successful supplier, BlueScientific Ltd, highlights the potential for both large and small businesses to secure vital contracts with esteemed educational institutions like the University of Exeter. This procurement demonstrates an avenue for businesses to expand their market presence by engaging in government-funded initiatives across the South West of the United Kingdom.

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Notice Title

Micro X-Ray Fluorescence Instrument

Notice Description

Micro X-Ray Fluorescence (Micro XRF) instrument for use in a project being delivered by the Cambourne School of Mines at the University's Penryn Campus in Cornwall. This requirement is funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-59ee6103-d139-411c-9331-1e0691f99e7f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6d1bf6d2-e524-4918-a0d5-2683f7efe470
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£350,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£350,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
27 Aug 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Sep 20241 years ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2024 - 31 Dec 2026 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF EXETER
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EXETER
Postcode
EX4 4QJ
Post Town
Exeter
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Exeter
Electoral Ward
Duryard and St James
Westminster Constituency
Exeter

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BLUESCIENTIFIC

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