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UV-visible/near IR circular dichroism (CD) spectrophotometer

UNIVERSITY OF EAST ANGLIA

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21 Feb 2025 at 12:12

Summary of the contracting process

The University of East Anglia has completed a procurement process for acquiring a UV-visible/near IR circular dichroism (CD) spectrophotometer capable of accommodating a solid state magnet for magnetic CD measurements. This tender, which falls under the industry category of 'Mass spectrometer' (CPV 38433100), commenced with a single direct tender action and attracted funding through an EPSRC Core Equipment grant scheme. The procurement aimed to replace the university's end-of-life spectrometers. The tender period ended on 10 January 2025, and the contract period runs from 11 January 2025 to 30 June 2026. The contracting authority signed an award with the supplier, JASCO, on 17 January 2025.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses skilled in the development and supply of advanced scientific instrumentation, particularly those with a focus on spectrometers. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in high-precision and technologically sophisticated laboratory equipment would be well-suited to compete in such procurement processes. This contract underscores the importance of innovation and specialised functionality, offering potential avenues for similar future projects in the academic and research sectors.

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Notice Title

UV-visible/near IR circular dichroism (CD) spectrophotometer

Notice Description

A UV-visible/near IR circular dichroism (CD) spectrophotometer that can also accommodate a solid state magnet for magnetic CD measurements is required to replace existing heavily used end-of-life separate UV-visible and near-IR CD instruments. Funds awarded through an EPSRC Core Equipment grant scheme. A single action tender has been undertaken.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fdb08a96-e472-4394-a446-b2aec1768b94
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

38433100 - Mass spectrometer

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Jan 20251 years ago
Contract Period
11 Jan 2025 - 30 Jun 2026 1-2 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 EAST ANGLIA
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORWICH
Postcode
NR4 7TJ
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Norwich
Electoral Ward
University
Westminster Constituency
Norwich South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

JASCO

Further Information

Notice Documents

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