Tender

Inductively Coupled Plasma Optical Emission Spectrometer

BLUECAP RESOURCES LIMITED

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Summary of the contracting process

Bluecap Resources Limited, a research-focused company based in Newport, is inviting tenders for the supply, delivery, installation, and commissioning of an Inductively Coupled Plasma Optical Emission Spectrometer (ICP-OES). This equipment, crucial for analysing the elemental composition of mining waste post-processing, is part of a new analytical laboratory setup in the South West region of the United Kingdom. The tender process is active, with a publication date of 12th November 2024 and a closing date for submissions on 2nd December 2024 at 17:00. The procurement method is an open procedure, and the contract period will start on 4th December 2024, ending on 31st January 2025, pending grant approval funding.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for suppliers specialising in analytical instruments, particularly those focusing on environmental and mining applications. With a contract value estimated between £60,000 and £70,000, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, potentially securing a significant business growth through partnership with Bluecap Resources. Businesses offering comprehensive delivery and installation services, along with relevant industry expertise, would be well-suited to compete for this contract, especially considering the importance of adhering to the lowest compliant tender evaluation criterion.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Inductively Coupled Plasma Optical Emission Spectrometer

Notice Description

Bluecap Resources Ltd., a research company focussed on the processing and analysis of mining waste, is currently establishing a cutting-edge in-house analytical laboratory Bluecap Resources invites qualified suppliers to submit tenders for the supply, delivery, installation, and commissioning of one Inductively Coupled Plasma Optical Emission Spectrometer (ICP-OES). The equipment will be used for the analysis of elemental composition in mining waste post-processing, particularly for detecting trace metals and other elements relevant to our operations. The purchase of this system is part of a grant funded application process and therefore procurement will be subject to grant approval of the project. We will assess tenders received on lowest compliant Tender.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d71deb4e-475d-4d78-bac3-a00581a1d22e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b23ce109-9c64-4e1f-9b00-bdd6aa39294c
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

38900000 - Miscellaneous evaluation or testing instruments

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£70,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
2 Dec 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
4 Dec 2024 - 31 Jan 2025 1-6 months
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
BLUECAP RESOURCES LIMITED
Contact Name
Nick John
Contact Email
nj@bluecapresources.com
Contact Phone
01633 213377

Buyer Location

Locality
NEWPORT
Postcode
NP20 4PH
Post Town
Newport
Country
Wales
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL54 Monmouthshire and Newport
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Newport
Electoral Ward
Allt-yr-yn
Westminster Constituency
Newport West and Islwyn

Further Information

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