Tender

Purchase of X-Ray Flourescence (XRF) Spectrometer

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Tender

30 Jan 2025 at 10:24

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence is seeking bids for the purchase of an X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF) Spectrometer, classified under CPV code 38947000 (X-ray microanalysers). This procurement falls under the goods category and follows an open procedure method below the threshold. The delivery location for the spectrometer is in South East England, specifically Portsmouth, PO2 8BY. The procurement is currently in the tender stage, with the tender period ending on 28 February 2025. The contract is set to begin on 7 March 2025 and will run until 31 January 2030. Businesses interested in this opportunity should note the budget is set at £74,000 GBP.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in scientific equipment, particularly those that provide X-ray microanalysers and similar devices. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, highlighting that the opportunity is well-suited to smaller businesses. Winning this contract could lead to substantial business growth, providing a steady revenue stream and the potential for future contracts with the Ministry of Defence. Interested parties should ensure they are prepared to meet the specified delivery period and have the necessary capabilities to supply and service the XRF spectrometer.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Purchase of X-Ray Flourescence (XRF) Spectrometer

Notice Description

Purchase of X-Ray Flourescence (XRF) Spectrometer

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a0e94704-3ebc-442f-9069-feddb23e4f48
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

38947000 - X-ray microanalysers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£74,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
28 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
7 Mar 2025 - 31 Jan 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PORTSMOUTH,
Postcode
PO2 8BY
Post Town
Portsmouth
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ31 Portsmouth
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Portsmouth
Electoral Ward
Nelson
Westminster Constituency
Portsmouth North

Further Information

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