Notice Information
Notice Title
XRF Instrument
Notice Description
Procurement and installation of a X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF) instrument for use across the Faculty of Science and Engineering. We require a high precision instrument capable of detailed analyses with low detection limits in complex samples and novel carbon capture detection.
Lot Information
Lot 1
Procurement and installation of a X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF) instrument for use across the Faculty of Science and Engineering. We require a high precision instrument capable of detailed analyses with low detection limits in complex samples and novel carbon capture detection.
Procurement Information
This notice acknowledges that the University of Plymouth (UoP) proposes to award Malvern Panalytical a contract to procure and install a Zetium X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF) instrument for highprecision, non-destructive analysis of solids and powders. The justification for this direct award is based on the following key factors: * The system was deemed the most advanced in terms of precision elemental analysis, particularly for mineral and materials characterisation, as well as novel carbon capture detection, which is not available in competing models. * Seamless integration with existing infrastructure and training protocols: o The Zetium requires minimal training for current users due to compatibility with the university's existing Malvern Panalytical XRF system, ensuring research continuity. o The system will be installed in the existing facility without any major infrastructure modifications, reducing costs and installation time. * The Zentium will allow UoP to upcycle non-consumable components from its existing system, including: o Software & operating system o Sample cups and chiller o Compatibility with existing Certified Reference Materials (CRMs) and calibration standards This reduces waste, lowers overall environmental impact, and ensures cost-effectiveness.
Notice Details
Publication & Lifecycle
- Open Contracting ID
- ocds-h6vhtk-04dbf2
- Publication Source
- Find A Tender Service
- Latest Notice
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003851-2025
- Current Stage
- Award
- All Stages
- Award
Procurement Classification
- Notice Type
- Award Notice
- Procurement Type
- Standard
- Procurement Category
- Goods
- Procurement Method
- Limited
- Procurement Method Details
- Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
- Tender Suitability
- Not specified
- Awardee Scale
- Large
Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)
- CPV Divisions
33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
-
- CPV Codes
33111000 - X-ray devices
33111400 - X-ray fluoroscopy devices
33111800 - Diagnostic X-ray system
38582000 - X-ray inspection equipment
38947000 - X-ray microanalysers
Notice Value(s)
- Tender Value
- Not specified
- Lots Value
- Not specified
- Awards Value
- Not specified
- Contracts Value
- £240,000 £100K-£500K
Notice Dates
- Publication Date
- 5 Feb 20251 years ago
- Submission Deadline
- Not specified
- Future Notice Date
- Not specified
- Award Date
- 5 Feb 20251 years ago
- Contract Period
- Not specified - Not specified
- Recurrence
- Not specified
Notice Status
- Tender Status
- Complete
- Lots Status
- Not Specified
- Awards Status
- Active
- Contracts Status
- Active
Buyer & Supplier
Contracting Authority (Buyer)
- Main Buyer
- UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH
- Contact Name
- Kim Steer
- Contact Email
- kim.steer@plymouth.ac.uk
- Contact Phone
- +44 01752588534
Buyer Location
- Locality
- PLYMOUTH, DEVON
- Postcode
- PL4 8AA
- Post Town
- Plymouth
- Country
- England
-
- Major Region (ITL 1)
- TLK South West (England)
- Basic Region (ITL 2)
- TLK4 Devon
- Small Region (ITL 3)
- TLK41 Plymouth
- Delivery Location
- TLK41 Plymouth
-
- Local Authority
- Plymouth
- Electoral Ward
- Drake
- Westminster Constituency
- Plymouth Sutton and Devonport
Further Information
Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)
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