Award

High performance UV-Vis and NIR Spectrophotometer

UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD(THE)

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Award

20 Dec 2024 at 14:36

Tender

12 Dec 2024 at 11:11

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Salford has recently concluded the procurement process for the acquisition of a high-performance UV-Vis and NIR Spectrophotometer, classified under Detection and analysis apparatus (CPV code: 38430000). The procurement was managed through an open procedure (below threshold), with the tender period ending on 18th December 2024. The awarded contract, valued at GBP 42,562.64, commenced on 3rd January 2025 and will conclude on 1st April 2025. Key contact for this procurement at the University is Sally Shepherd (email: s.shepherd1@salford.ac.uk, telephone: 0161 295 5000). The equipment, to be delivered to Salford (postcode M5 4WT), is expected to cover the 175-3300 nm range and support repeated measurements of nanomaterials with high reproducibility.

This tender creates substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in scientific equipment, particularly those capable of providing sustainable and high-precision spectrophotometry solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) were considered suitable candidates for this procurement, making it an attractive opportunity for smaller firms to compete and expand their market presence. Businesses offering integrated solutions with preloaded software on supplied computers, and those with expertise in handling a range of sample types, stand to benefit significantly from such contracts. Agilent Technologies UK Ltd has successfully been awarded this contract, highlighting the stringent requirements for quality and reliability in this industry.

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Notice Title

High performance UV-Vis and NIR Spectrophotometer

Notice Description

We are currently looking to purchase a high performance Near Infrared UV-Vis spectrophotometer capable of covering the 175-3300 nm range. The device needs to be capable of repeated measurements of nanomaterials. The suitable device will need to have a high reproducibility of results and come with a computer/laptop that software can be loaded onto. UV-Vis spectrophotometer Supplied with PC and software loaded Capable of processing liquid and solid samples Capable of processing small volumes Both units demonstrable sustainability friendly

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e87a76b6-a36f-4a43-8b7e-c9664235d16b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cbb4fbf6-b162-4bdb-9528-0152edf3fbac
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (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
£43,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£42,562 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Dec 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Dec 20241 years ago
Contract Period
3 Jan 2025 - 1 Apr 2025 1-6 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
Sally Shepherd
Contact Email
s.shepherd1@salford.ac.uk
Contact Phone
0161 295 5000

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

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