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Methane Open Path Analyser (LI-7700) with Tripod

THE CENTRE FOR ECOLOGY & HYDROLOGY

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08 Apr 2026 at 13:01

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Summary of the contracting process

The Centre for Ecology & Hydrology, based in Wallingford, England, has recently completed the procurement process for a Methane Open Path Analyser (LI-7700) with Tripod. The procurement, classified under the "Fluxmeters" CPV code (38427000), involved a direct single tender action and has now reached the award stage, with an award date of 17 March 2026. The value of the contract is £55,515, and the successful supplier is LI-COR Biosciences UK Ltd. The equipment will be delivered to a location with postal code EH26 0QB, and the contract period runs from 23 March 2026 to 8 July 2026. This procurement falls under the 'goods' category, catering specifically to the research sector's need for high-precision instrumentation.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for suppliers of specialised scientific and environmental monitoring equipment. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are particularly well-suited to compete in similar procurement processes, especially those with capabilities in providing research-grade analytical instruments. As the procurement utilises a single tender action method, businesses with unique offerings in environmental science and monitoring equipment may find opportunities to position themselves as preferred suppliers for future projects of this nature. Such contracts can help SMEs to expand their market presence in the specialised instrumentation sector within the UK and beyond.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Methane Open Path Analyser (LI-7700) with Tripod

Notice Description

The open-path methane analyser, together with its mounting and integration as part of the eddy covariance (EC) flux station, is required to measure high frequency methane fluxes, alongside simultaneous measurements of water vapour and carbon dioxide gas concentrations. The equipment required is a research grade, state of the art methane analyser capable of operating at 20 Hz and delivering the high precision & high frequency measurements necessary for eddy covariance applications. At present there are no similar sensors on the market that can match the precision, stability and frequency performance required for this type of work.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a9065e50-80d9-4b0b-b3d7-ccf61bcb8922
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

38427000 - Fluxmeters

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£55,515 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£55,515 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
16 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
23 Mar 2026 - 8 Jul 2026 1-6 months
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
THE CENTRE FOR ECOLOGY & HYDROLOGY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WALLINGFORD
Postcode
OX10 8BB
Post Town
Oxford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
South Oxfordshire
Electoral Ward
Benson & Crowmarsh
Westminster Constituency
Henley and Thame

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LI-COR BIOSCIENCES

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