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UKRI-5627 Nu Plasma MC-ICP-MS

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)

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29 Jan 2026 at 12:09

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) in Swindon, Wiltshire, involved the upgrade of a Nu Plasma MC-ICP-MS mass spectrometer, classified under the goods industry category. The contract for this process, identified as UKRI-5627, has been completed with AJB Instrumentation Ltd as the supplier. This direct procurement method was conducted below the competitive threshold, and the contract commenced on 14th January 2026, concluding on 20th March 2026. The value of the contract was set at £70,550, with an additional gross amount of £84,660, and it was formalised on 13th January 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in scientific instrumentation. Companies that operate within the field of high-precision analytical equipment, similar to AJB Instrumentation Ltd, would find this type of contract advantageous for expanding their market presence in the public sector. The procurement process indicates a preference for direct engagements with capable suppliers, especially those adept in handling sophisticated and technical equipment that supports research initiatives. Such opportunities can be a growth catalyst for large businesses looking to enhance their portfolio within government-led projects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UKRI-5627 Nu Plasma MC-ICP-MS

Notice Description

Upgrade of Nu Plasma MC-ICP-MS

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0611e7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007988-2026
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

38433100 - Mass spectrometer

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£70,550 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
14 Jan 2026 - 20 Mar 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
UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)
Contact Name
NERC Procurement
Contact Email
nercprocurement@ukri.org
Contact Phone
01793442000

Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON, WILTSHIRE
Postcode
SN2 1FL
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AJB INSTRUMENTATION

Further Information

Notice Documents

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