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title: "GB-Cambridge: UKRI-4867 BAS - Laboratory Ion Chromatography System"
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# GB-Cambridge: UKRI-4867 BAS - Laboratory Ion Chromatography System

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-02ef61aa-a0d6-41e3-bd7d-774f990e95f8

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## Summary

UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) has completed the procurement process for a laboratory ion chromatography system, specifically designed for ice core analysis. This procurement, falling under the "goods" industry category with CPV classification 38432200 (Chromatographs), was awarded to Thermo Fisher Scientific. The process commenced with a tender period ending on 26th March 2025, followed by the award issued on 27th March 2025. The contract, valued at £56,715.43, covers delivery to the East of England, United Kingdom, and spans from 27th March 2025 to 31st March 2025. This tender was executed as a direct award using the APUC framework LAB1029 AP Lot 1 Mass Spectrometers.

This procurement provides significant opportunities for businesses in the analytical instruments and laboratory equipment sectors. It particularly benefits those specialising in ion chromatography systems and those who are part of larger-scale equipment supply chains. The specific nature of the procurement, focusing on intricate ion analysis for polar research, makes it ideal for businesses with advanced technological capabilities and experience in high-precision scientific instruments. By participating in such tenders, relevant businesses can enhance their visibility in the scientific research community and expand their portfolios within public sector contracts.

## Notice

Procurement of Ion Chromatography (IC) Instrument. Ion chromatography is the separation and detection of ions - a fundamental ice-core analytical technique. IC analysis is a part of our National Capability services for the analysis of ice core and snow samples from the polar regions. This instrument will have two analytical systems - one for negatively charged anions, and one for positively charged cations. The two systems will be fed from an autosampler (an already owned asset), which allows the simultaneous high-resolution analysis of anions and cations of ice core samples. Additional information: This procurement is a direct award (Ranked) using APUC framework LAB1029 AP Lot 1 Mass Spectrometers.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b355ebff-f0e7-4f5f-9347-18652fe587fa |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Mar 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | 27 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £56,715 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £56,715 |
| 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 | UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon |
| Local authority | Swindon |
| Electoral ward | Rodbourne Cheney |
| Westminster constituency | Swindon North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | THERMO FISHER SCIENTIFIC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38432200 - Chromatographs

## Release History

- 27 Mar 2025 at 07:55 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b355ebff-f0e7-4f5f-9347-18652fe587fa

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b355ebff-f0e7-4f5f-9347-18652fe587fa
  27th March 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=937084276
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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