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ICP-MS system via RCIF funding

LONDON SOUTH BANK UNIVERSITY

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23 Mar 2026 at 13:50

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves London South Bank University, acting as the buyer, securing an ICP-MS system via RCIF funding for cross-College research and to assist project student needs. This initiative falls within the higher education services and research, testing, and scientific technical simulator industry categories. The tender was limited due to its value being below the threshold, marking the procurement stage as complete. Shimadzu UK Limited was awarded the contract, with the agreement signing dated 12 March 2026. The contract commences on 25 March 2026 and concludes on 24 March 2029. The procurement's total estimated value is £179,310.22 in GBP.

This tender creates significant opportunities for businesses specialising in scientific analytical equipment who wish to collaborate with education institutions. As London South Bank University engages in expanding its research capabilities, suppliers of sophisticated multi-element analytical systems are especially well-positioned to benefit. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), like Shimadzu UK Limited, which can offer robust warranty packages and high-quality products, stand a competitive chance in such tenders, paving the way for future engagements in the public sector. Businesses that focus on technological innovation for educational and research purposes can expect enhanced growth potential by participating in similar procurement processes.

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Notice Title

ICP-MS system via RCIF funding

Notice Description

Capital asset, ICP-MS multi-element analytical capability, to support cross-College research and also project student needs. Asset includes 36 month warranty

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067170
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026288-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

38970000 - Research, testing and scientific technical simulator

80300000 - Higher education services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£149,425 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Mar 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
25 Mar 2026 - 24 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LONDON SOUTH BANK UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 0AA
Post Town
South East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Southwark
Electoral Ward
St George's
Westminster Constituency
Bermondsey and Old Southwark

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SHIMADZU

Further Information

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