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LC-MS System V2

UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD(THE)

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18 May 2026 at 14:17

Summary of the contracting process

The recent procurement process conducted by the University of Salford focused on the acquisition of an LC-MS System V2. Catering to the "Detection and analysis apparatus" category, this contract involves the supply, installation, commissioning, and training services related to a Single Quadrupole LC-MS System. It was procured under the NWUPC LAB1029 AP Mass Spectrometry & Chromatography Equipment Framework - Lot 6. The formal announcement of the award was made on 18th May 2026. The procurement method employed was limited and competitive quotation due to the contract's value being below the threshold, with Agilent Technologies selected as the supplier. The contract, valued at £116,026.03, is scheduled to begin on 18th May 2026 and will conclude by 18th November 2026, with delivery expected onsite in Salford, England, by July 2026.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for growth, particularly for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment and services. Companies that are capable of offering not just high-quality products but also comprehensive support services like installation, commissioning, and training are well-suited to thrive in such a procurement scenario. While large suppliers like Agilent Technologies have secured the contract, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) can find comparable opportunities by offering competitive quotations and aligning with frameworks that facilitate entry to such projects. Such engagements can bolster visibility and credibility in the scientific apparatus sector, broadening potential business development avenues.

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Notice Title

LC-MS System V2

Notice Description

Award Notice for Procurement on the NWUPC LAB1029 AP Mass Spectrometry & Chromatography Equipment Framework - Lot 6. Supply, Installation, Commissioning, and Training of a Single Quadrupole LC-MS System with ESI, APCI, UV-VIS, Fraction Collector, Nitrogen Generator, and Control Software. It must be delivered onsite by July 2026. The University is inviting suppliers to bid for this requirement from the NWUPC LAB1029 AP Mass Spectrometry & Chromatography Equipment Framework - Lot 6. T&Cs from this agreement apply.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e536b552-3ab6-44c4-80ae-bcbc1b28deff
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
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

38430000 - Detection and analysis apparatus

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£115,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£116,026 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 May 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
3 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 May 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
17 May 2026 - 18 Nov 2026 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 SALFORD(THE)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SALFORD
Postcode
M5 4WT
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD34 Greater Manchester South West
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Salford
Electoral Ward
Ordsall
Westminster Constituency
Salford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AGILENT TECHNOLOGIES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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