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Purchase of SMPS (Scanning Mobility Particle Sizer)

DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL

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25 Nov 2021 at 14:42

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves the purchase of a Scanning Mobility Particle Sizer (SMPS) by the Defra Network eTendering Portal, which is responsible for managing the contract on behalf of the UK government. This procurement falls within the air quality management industry category and is located in the United Kingdom. The procurement method employed is a direct approach through a single tender action. The tender period concluded on 10th November 2021, and the contract began on 11th November 2021, with an estimated total contract value of £277,755 set to run until 31st March 2022.

This contract presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in environmental monitoring equipment, particularly those capable of providing advanced air quality measurement solutions. Companies that develop or distribute technologies compliant with updated environmental standards would be particularly well-suited to compete. Given the requirement for urgent compliance with UK air quality legislation and the shift in monitoring standards, there is significant potential for market growth in this sector, especially for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) which can offer innovative solutions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Purchase of SMPS (Scanning Mobility Particle Sizer)

Notice Description

The SMPS (Scanning Mobility Particle Sizer) is used to measure aerosol concentration and aerosol particle size distribution. The system comprises of an Electrostatic Classifier (EC), a Differential Mobility Analyser (DMA), a Condensation Particle Counter (CPC), and an Aerosol Neutraliser. They have been identified needing replacement in 2021-22 because there are no longer spare parts available from the manufacturer, and they are nearing the end of their useful life. They are difficult to communicate with as the technology for their communication systems is out of date and cannot be upgraded. We would not be compliant if they fail completely with Current UK Air Quality Legislation, which asks for information on the total mass concentration of particulate matter, and also for the purpose of the European Monitoring and Evaluation Programme (EMEP - part of the Convention on Long Range Transboundary Air Pollution (CLRTAP) which requires monitoring of particle number concentration). In addition to the replacement of the components, a new sampling system is also required with driers and splitters that will replace the current system. Historically the old system has not performed and data capture loss is high. Additional a Butanol stripper will be purchased that will improve the life of the pump and minimise risks to the site users as Butanol will no longer be at risk of 'leaking' from the outlet pipes that should be vented outside the cabin, as it will be stripped as part of the sampling process. This has historically caused unwelcome smells for site users and interfered with other measurements. The National Monitoring -Contracts, Monitoring Survey Team manage the Operational contracts on behalf of DEFRA on the PCN (Particle Size and Concentration) Network run by NPL (National Physical Laboratory) and Imperial College London - who will be able to deliver their management contract with the new equipment to a higher standard and with far less data loss than currently. The upgrade is also well time for a change in the standard monitoring CEN standard which will result in a change of 'cut off' from 7nm to 10nm for measurements. The replacement will be for all 3 existing locations. Only TSI currently offer this new CEN Condensation Particle Counter component complies with CEN/TS 16976 and another Differential Mobility Analyser component complies with ISO 15900:2020.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f3eb5929-a648-4138-94e2-30bc12dac46b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c1a8caff-e236-4db1-8e9c-a2c43fb0f1be
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

90731100 - Air quality management

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£277,755 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£268,390 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Nov 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 Nov 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Nov 20214 years ago
Contract Period
11 Nov 2021 - 31 Mar 2022 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
DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3JR
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TSI INSTRUMENTS

Further Information

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