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Purchase of X-Ray Powder Diffractometer with Autosampler

CARDIFF UNIVERSITY

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06 Jan 2026 at 13:48

Summary of the contracting process

Cardiff University, a body governed by public law located in Cardiff, United Kingdom, has successfully completed the procurement process for the purchase of an X-Ray Powder Diffractometer with Autosampler. This falls under the industry category of Medical Equipment with a CPV code of 33100000. The procurement took place using a limited method, specifically an award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition. This contract was awarded to Bruker UK Limited on 23rd December 2025, with a total contract value of GBP 308,975. The procurement was conducted as part of LAB3162 NW - High Value Laboratory Equipment framework, focusing on essential laboratory goods.

For businesses, particularly those supplying high-value laboratory and medical equipment, this contract represents a significant opportunity, showcasing the potential for similar future engagements with public sector bodies like Cardiff University. Companies experienced in the supply and maintenance of advanced medical diagnostic equipment such as an X-Ray Powder Diffractometer would be particularly well-suited to compete in similar tenders, provided they offer competitive pricing strategies. This tender highlights the importance of ranking on framework agreements as a means of fostering lucrative business growth in the public sector market in the UK.

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Notice Title

Purchase of X-Ray Powder Diffractometer with Autosampler

Notice Description

Cardiff University has awarded a contract on LAB3162 NW - High Value Laboratory Equipment.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Cardiff University has awarded a contract on LAB3162 NW - High Value Laboratory Equipment.

Procurement Information

Cardiff University has conducted a market engagement on the framework. Supplier were contacted based on the ranking on the framework contract was awarded to the first ranked supplier for this requirement.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06001e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000683-2026
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


CPV Codes

33100000 - Medical equipments

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£308,975 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CARDIFF UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
rogalaa@cardiff.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 2920879648

Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF24 4HQ
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
TLL Wales

Local Authority
Cardiff
Electoral Ward
Cathays
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff South and Penarth

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BRUKER

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