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Purchase of iTOC-CN - Fully integrated TOC/Nb isotope ratio analysis

UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL

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20 Mar 2026 at 09:23

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Bristol has concluded a tender process for the acquisition of a sophisticated isotopic analyser, specifically the iTOC-CN, which is capable of assessing isotope ratios in a variety of liquids, including industrial waste water and marine samples. Classified under laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, this procurement falls under the goods category, with a procurement method characterised by selective call-off from a framework agreement. The process involved awarding this contract to Elementar, a large supplier, with the total contract value set at £70,663.08. The procurement period is set between 13th March 2026 and 12th March 2027, and delivery is expected in the South West region, United Kingdom.

This tender creates substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment and analysis technologies, particularly those capable of delivering high-precision instruments for environmental and industrial applications. The tender demonstrates a preferential consideration for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), making it an appealing opportunity for organisations looking to expand within the scientific research and development sector. Companies that can provide cutting-edge technological solutions and have experience serving large institutional buyers like universities would be well-positioned to compete in similar future procurements.

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Notice Title

Purchase of iTOC-CN - Fully integrated TOC/Nb isotope ratio analysis

Notice Description

The Isotopic Total Organic Carbon analyser is capable of analysing simultaneously dissolved C and N isotope ratios of all types of liquids from drinking water, industrial waste water, soil leachates, suspensions, brines or marine samples reliably and with highest accuracy

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9fb26e9d-1574-494c-b36f-fdc07f3ce827
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/57d146c1-10c6-440e-b9ca-56264691c5bf
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, VCSE
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
£70,663 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£70,663 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
12 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Mar 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
13 Mar 2026 - 12 Mar 2027 6-12 months
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 BRISTOL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS1 5DS
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK51 Bristol, City of
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Bristol Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ELEMENTAR

Further Information

Notice Documents

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