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Benchtop X-ray Diffractometer

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON

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09 Jun 2025 at 07:07

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Southampton has completed a procurement process for a Benchtop X-ray Diffractometer intended for the School of Chemistry & Chemical Engineering. This procurement falls under the industry category of Checking and Testing Apparatus, and was conducted through a framework agreement operated by the North Western Universities Purchasing Consortium. The procurement method was selective, specifically a call-off from the High Value Laboratory Equipment framework. The transaction, valued at £83,333, was awarded to Bruker UK Ltd. The delivery of the equipment is designated for the South East region of the United Kingdom, with the contract period spanning from 9th June 2025 to 21st September 2027.

This procurement offers significant business growth opportunities for companies involved in the manufacture or supply of scientific instruments and laboratory equipment, specifically those providing X-ray imaging and analysis solutions. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in laboratory equipment and can operate under framework agreements are particularly well-suited to compete in such tenders. This contract demonstrates the potential for businesses to enhance their reputation and expand their client base within the academic and research sectors.

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Notice Title

Benchtop X-ray Diffractometer

Notice Description

The University is looking to procure an X-ray Powder diffractometer for The School of Chemistry & Chemical Engineering. Framework details: Consortia Means North Western Universities Purchasing Consortium (NWUPC) Framework: High Value Laboratory Equipment (HVLE) Framework Reference: LAB 3162 NW Framework Lot- Lot 2 - X-Ray, Imaging, Elemental & Micro Analysis Equipment and Microscopy Instruments including Associated Equipment, Accessories, Consumables, Maintenance and Servicing of Equipment.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-67972130-b686-45f8-a4a2-6ec108af671d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e35b63af-c2a0-4c34-bfe3-afd97b454afc
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

38500000 - Checking and testing apparatus

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£83,333 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£83,333 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
6 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Jun 20258 months ago
Contract Period
8 Jun 2025 - 21 Sep 2027 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 SOUTHAMPTON
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SOUTHAMPTON
Postcode
SO17 1BJ
Post Town
Southampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ32 Southampton
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Southampton
Electoral Ward
Portswood
Westminster Constituency
Southampton Test

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BRUKER

Further Information

Notice Documents

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