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Isotope Ratio Mass Spectrometer

UNIVERSITY OF EXETER

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05 Jun 2024 at 16:19

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Exeter is seeking suppliers for an Isotope Ratio Mass Spectrometer through an open tender process. The procurement has a value of GBP 150,000. The tender deadline is on July 4, 2024. The instrument should be capable of analysing a wide range of environmental samples, focusing on stable isotopes of carbon, nitrogen, oxygen, and hydrogen. The University requires a solution with a minimum 12-month warranty and a two-year service and maintenance plan post-warranty.

This tender by the University of Exeter offers an opportunity for suppliers in the goods category to provide a state-of-the-art Isotope Ratio Mass Spectrometer. Businesses specialising in mass spectrometry equipment and services, particularly those experienced in environmental sample analysis, could find this tender ideal for expanding their portfolio. The procurement stage is currently active, with the University inviting electronic and written submissions until July 4, 2024, creating a window for eligible businesses to showcase their expertise and secure a valuable contract.

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Notice Title

Isotope Ratio Mass Spectrometer

Notice Description

The geography department at the University of Exeter has a requirement for an Isotope-ratio mass spectrometer (IRMS), capable of analysing a wide range of environmental samples for stable isotopes of carbon, nitrogen, oxygen and hydrogen. The instrument needs to be able to work with samples containing very different concentrations and ratios of these key elements, and to be able to analyse both solid and aqueous samples. A particular focus is expected on the analysis of plant and soil samples, including extractions of dissolved organic and inorganic carbon from soils. The instrument should also be able to support paleo-environmental analysis of different materials and compounds. The solution should include a minimum of 12-months warranty, and a minimum of two-years' service and maintenance plan following the end of the warranty period. More information on our technical requirements are provided within the tender documents.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The geography department at the University of Exeter has a requirement for an Isotope-ratio mass spectrometer (IRMS), capable of analysing a wide range of environmental samples for stable isotopes of carbon, nitrogen, oxygen and hydrogen. The instrument needs to be able to work with samples containing very different concentrations and ratios of these key elements, and to be able to analyse both solid and aqueous samples. A particular focus is expected on the analysis of plant and soil samples, including extractions of dissolved organic and inorganic carbon from soils. The instrument should also be able to support paleo-environmental analysis of different materials and compounds. The solution should include a minimum of 12-months warranty, and a minimum of two-years' service and maintenance plan following the end of the warranty period.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-046dc9
Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017510-2024
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
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

38433100 - Mass spectrometer

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jun 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 Jul 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF EXETER
Contact Name
Megan Brine
Contact Email
m.brine@exeter.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
EXETER
Postcode
EX4 4QH
Post Town
Exeter
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Exeter
Electoral Ward
Duryard and St James
Westminster Constituency
Exeter

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