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Bruker LabScape Essential - NMR Maintenance Service Agreements

ASTON UNIVERSITY

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09 Feb 2026 at 16:51

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Summary of the contracting process

The contracting process for the "Bruker LabScape Essential - NMR Maintenance Service Agreements" has been completed by Aston University, a public authority based in Birmingham, United Kingdom. This procurement falls under the repair and maintenance services category, specifically for nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectrometers. The contract was awarded to Bruker UK Limited, a large enterprise located in Coventry. The direct procurement method was utilised, signifying a below-threshold process executed without competition. The services were scheduled from 21st October 2025 until 20th October 2026, ensuring continual maintenance and operational efficiency of Aston University's scientific equipment.

This contract represents a significant business growth opportunity, particularly for companies specialising in scientific equipment maintenance and service support. While the agreement was directly awarded to Bruker UK Limited, organisations capable of offering maintenance, calibration, and software optimisation services for high-tech laboratory instruments could find future similar procurement contracts beneficial. The procurement demands high standards due to the technical nature of the services, making it well-suited for experienced vendors in the scientific and technical services sector. Meeting these requirements can position businesses advantageously for future opportunities in educational and research institutions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Bruker LabScape Essential - NMR Maintenance Service Agreements

Notice Description

Provision of annual LabScape Essential maintenance services for four Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) spectrometers, including: * Planned preventative maintenance * Operational performance and calibration testing * Remote diagnostic support and troubleshooting * Software updates and system optimisation This contract covers the following instruments: * AVANCE III HD 400 NB NMR Spectrometer (Serial 10188269) * AVANCE NEO 500 MHz NMR (Serial 421121) * AV300 NMR (Serial GH005101) * AVANCE Neo 300 NanoBay NMR (Serial 421118)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064ba9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011561-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

50410000 - Repair and maintenance services of measuring, testing and checking apparatus

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£66,451 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
20 Oct 2025 - 20 Oct 2026 6-12 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
ASTON UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@aston.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B4 7ET
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Nechells
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BRUKER

Further Information

Notice Documents

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