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Purchase of Bruker Mass Spectral Libraries

NATURAL RESOURCES WALES

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14 Apr 2026 at 19:16

Summary of the contracting process

This contract award involves Natural Resources Wales, located in Cardiff, who sought the purchase of proprietary Bruker Mass Spectral Libraries to enhance chemical identification processes crucial for environmental monitoring and regulatory compliance. The procurement falls under the category of detection and analysis apparatus within the goods sector, according to the awarded CPV codes. The contract was awarded directly to Bruker UK Limited without competition, under Welsh devolved regulations, and classified as 'Below threshold.' The procurement stage is complete, with the tender process having commenced on 24th March 2026, concluding on 24th June 2026. The libraries are designed for seamless integration with Bruker’s software, ensuring results that meet stringent legal standards and scientific scrutiny.

This procurement presents opportunities for businesses operating within the research, testing, or scientific analysis sectors, particularly those dealing with proprietary software and equipment. Companies that specialise in creating or distributing chemical identification technologies would find particular interest in tendering for similar contracts, as they can provide bespoke solutions tailored to the buyer’s specific validation requirements. Moreover, SMEs with expertise in the production of analytical reference materials could benefit from similar direct procurement methods, enhancing their growth potential by aligning their offerings with precise industry needs. Bruker UK Limited exemplifies how exclusive supply capabilities can secure advantageous contract awards within specialised segments.

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Notice Title

Purchase of Bruker Mass Spectral Libraries

Notice Description

Mass spectral libraries are required to enhance the accuracy, confidence, and defensibility of chemical identification across NRWAS's targeted and non-targeted LC-MS/MS workflows. They support statutory duties under the WFD, EQSD, Watch List and incident response by enabling robust identification of pollutants, emerging contaminants, and transformation products. The libraries also improve operational efficiency by reducing analyst time through automated, reliable matching, while vendor-validated reference spectra future-proof analytical capability, minimise lifecycle costs, and ensure results withstand regulatory, scientific, and public scrutiny. These mass spectral libraries are proprietary and exclusively supplied by Bruker, with no alternative source. They are purpose-built to operate within Bruker's software and instrument platforms, providing the validated compatibility required for accurate spectral matching and dependable analytical performance.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068267
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033965-2026
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

38430000 - Detection and analysis apparatus

38970000 - Research, testing and scientific technical simulator

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£28,850 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
24 Mar 2026 - 24 Jun 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NATURAL RESOURCES WALES
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

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