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title: "Replacement of Dani Head space Gas Chromatography system"
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buyer: "NORTHUMBRIA HEALTHCARE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
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# Replacement of Dani Head space Gas Chromatography system

Buyer: NORTHUMBRIA HEALTHCARE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-02b1fd8e-3ada-4d9a-9ac6-71c48bf5d276

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## Summary

The NORTHUMBRIA HEALTHCARE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST has awarded a contract for the "Replacement of Dani Head space Gas Chromatography system" in the Medical equipments category. The procurement method was "Competitive quotation (below threshold)". The procurement stage was completed, with the contract period starting on November 16, 2023, and ending on November 15, 2024. The tender value was £49,838.16, and the tender deadline was November 7, 2023. The location of the procurement is in North Shields, England.

This tender opportunity for the Gas Chromatography system offers potential for businesses in the medical equipment industry. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find this opportunity attractive due to the nature of the contract. Companies with experience in providing analytical laboratory equipment and services, especially in the healthcare sector, are well-suited to compete in this tender. The detailed requirements for the Forensic application method and blood alcohol content analysis present a specific niche for businesses looking to expand their offerings in this specialised field.

## Notice

We were looking to order one Gas chromatography Analyzer for Blood Alcohol Concentration with inlet splitter and dual FIDs, as well as a headspace sampler. The full breakdown is as follows: Gas Chromatograph for the analysis of blood alcohol with >50 positions sample tray, headspace and development to run hydrogen carrier and nitrogen extraction gas. We would require this to come with a minimum of two years warranty. Hydrogen generator Compressor Zero Air N2 Generator The system must have a proven and validated Forensic application method for the performance of fast blood alcohol content (BAC) analysis. That is able to deliver accurate and reproducible data that will stand up in a court of law. It must also be able to analyse methanol (detection limit 50 mg/L), ethanol (detection limit 100 mg/L) acetone and isopropanol in clinical and post mortem samples. We will require this to be delivered no later than Mid January 2024, however the earlier the better.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/55981057-0fe2-4837-abf8-c3104050aeeb |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Dec 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Nov 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Nov 2023 |
| Contract period | 16 Nov 2023 - 15 Nov 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £49,838 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £49,838 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NORTHUMBRIA HEALTHCARE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | NORTH SHIELDS |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE27 0QJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | North Tyneside |
| Electoral ward | Shiremoor |
| Westminster constituency | Tynemouth |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SHIMADZU |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33100000 - Medical equipments

## Release History

- 11 Dec 2023 at 10:09 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/55981057-0fe2-4837-abf8-c3104050aeeb

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/55981057-0fe2-4837-abf8-c3104050aeeb
  11th December 2023 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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