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Analytical Ultra-High Performance Liquid Chromatography Mass Spectrometry (UHPLC-MS) System

DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY

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02 May 2025 at 07:42

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Summary of the contracting process

The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory is in the process of procuring an Analytical Ultra-High Performance Liquid Chromatography Mass Spectrometry (UHPLC-MS) System to replace outdated equipment that has surpassed its operational lifespan. Classified under the industry category of research and scientific technical simulators, this tender falls within the procurement stage of 'Award' as of 2nd May 2025. Located in Salisbury, England, the procurement value is set at £98,574.17 GBP. This competitive quotation below threshold was initiated with a limited procurement method. The contract began on 1st May 2025 and is scheduled to conclude on 31st July 2025.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in scientific instrumentation and analytical equipment. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) skilled in providing modern and efficient scientific solutions are particularly well-suited to benefit from such contracts. Companies capable of offering advanced technological innovations in the scientific field may find further opportunities to expand their footprint within the public sector, enhancing their business growth and credibility in the industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Analytical Ultra-High Performance Liquid Chromatography Mass Spectrometry (UHPLC-MS) System

Notice Description

Synthetic Chemistry needs fit for purpose Analytical instrumentation to replace aging and time-expired equipment. The current LC-MS, which is a key analytical and purification capability, is out-dated and has experienced increasing failure rate. It is in need of modernising as a part of developing Synthetic Chemistry's internal analytical capability

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a127091c-59eb-489a-874b-08ad8a2697b8
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/953b32ce-2025-4021-99de-d0962ea2c1bd
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

38970000 - Research, testing and scientific technical simulator

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£98,574 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£98,574 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
27 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Apr 20259 months ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2025 - 31 Jul 2025 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
DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SALISBURY
Postcode
SP4 0JQ
Post Town
Salisbury
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK72 Wiltshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Wiltshire
Electoral Ward
Winterslow & Upper Bourne Valley
Westminster Constituency
Salisbury

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AGILENT TECHNOLOGIES

Further Information

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