Award

iCAP PRO XP ICP-OES

UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL

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Award

01 Apr 2025 at 14:47

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Bristol has completed the tender process for the procurement of an instrument capable of analysing trace metals in high-matrix samples with sensitive multi-element detection, named "iCAP PRO XP ICP-OES." This tender falls under the industry category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, specifically excluding glasses. The procurement method used was selective, carried out through a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender resulted in an award dated 14 March 2025, with the contract period beginning the same day and ending on 3 March 2027. The contract value amounts to £71,608.18, with delivery scheduled to the region of South West, UK, specifically at postal code BS8 1QU.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in laboratory and precision equipment, notably those capable of manufacturing trace metal analysis instruments. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) stand well-suited to compete, given the tender’s suitability criteria indicating preference for SMEs. By engaging with the University of Bristol, businesses can enhance their portfolio, facilitate valuable partnerships within the educational sector, and secure significant growth through the fulfilment of high-value, specialised equipment contracts.

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Notice Title

iCAP PRO XP ICP-OES

Notice Description

Instrument capable of analysing trace metals in high-matrix samples with sensitive multi-element detection, taking up a compact footprint on the laboratory bench.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f8b24c2e-e2af-4393-b50d-56cbe20a7aa8
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/07d6ad43-46d4-449b-ba23-bb9804d361ab
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£71,608 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£71,608 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
14 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
14 Mar 2025 - 3 Mar 2027 1-2 years
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 BRISTOL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS1 5DS
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK51 Bristol, City of
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Bristol Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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