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Upgrade to Bruker Impact QTOF Analysers and associated PCs

NATURAL RESOURCES WALES

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21 Oct 2025 at 15:35

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process involves Natural Resources Wales, located in Cardiff, which operates under Welsh devolved regulations. The contract, titled "Upgrade to Bruker Impact QTOF Analysers and associated PCs," falls under the category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. The procurement process is at the "Award" stage as of 21st October 2025, with the contract officially signed on 25th September 2025. The procurement method used was "direct," a below-threshold process conducted without competition. The contract delivery is set within UK regions, with significant dates from 6th October 2025 to 6th January 2026. The gross value of the contract is £69,147.60, realised in GBP.

This contract presents opportunities for businesses involved in supplying laboratory and precision equipment, specifically those experienced with complex analytical instruments like the Bruker Impact QTOF Analysers. While the main supplier, Bruker UK Limited, is a large-scale enterprise, this contract indicates a demand for high-sensitivity ion source upgrades and associated hardware. Businesses capable of providing cutting-edge technological advancements that meet stringent environmental and quality standards could significantly benefit from engaging with such procurement processes, especially if they offer complementary services and products that enhance analytical capabilities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Upgrade to Bruker Impact QTOF Analysers and associated PCs

Notice Description

To meet the increasing sensitivity demands of new analytical methods that ensure compliance with Environmental Quality Standards (EQS), the existing instrumentation requires upgrading to the Bruker VIP-HESI ion source together with two replacement PCs. The current setup is no longer capable of supporting the precision required for monitoring WFD priority hazardous substances, as well as new and emerging chemical threats. In particular, the existing ion source lacks the sensitivity needed to detect these compounds at the low levels mandated by EQS. The VIP-HESI ion source delivers significantly enhanced sensitivity, enabling more accurate quantification of trace-level contaminants. This upgrade will also prevent premature obsolescence of the remaining instrumentation and ensure the system remains fit for purpose.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d10e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067241-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£57,623 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
5 Oct 2025 - 6 Jan 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NATURAL RESOURCES WALES
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@cyfoethnaturiolcymru.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF10 3NQ
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Cardiff
Electoral Ward
Cathays
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff South and Penarth

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BRUKER

Further Information

Notice Documents

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