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title: "Multi-Collector ICP-MS Instrument for Isotope Analysis"
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# Multi-Collector ICP-MS Instrument for Isotope Analysis

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-05ba1aea-4534-4618-90d2-510ed31755d1

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## Summary

The University of Southampton is initiating a procurement process for a Multi-Collector ICP-MS Instrument for Isotope Analysis, primarily targeting the laboratory equipment industry. This tender is currently in the Award stage, having been published on 21st January 2021, with a submission deadline of 22nd February 2021. The estimated value of the contract is £692,000, including a primary contract period of one year, commencing from 29th March 2021, with potential extensions based on performance. The equipment will be delivered to the University’s Highfield Campus in Southampton, located in the South East of England.

This contracting opportunity presents significant prospects for businesses specialising in laboratory and precision equipment, particularly those with expertise in mass spectrometry and isotope analysis. Suppliers capable of meeting the stringent technical requirements and providing ongoing support and maintenance are likely to excel in this tender. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary or community sector enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, given the inclusivity of the procurement method which is open to tenders above the threshold, fostering competitive bidding and innovation in this specialised field.

## Notice

This project is for the supply of a Multi-Collector Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometer (MC-ICP-MS) for the Geochemistry Group of the University of Southampton based at the National Oceanography Centre Southampton. The instrument we seek will complement our existing instrument capabilities ( including Multi-Collector ICP-MS, Sector Magnet ICP-MS, Quadrupole and Triple-Quad ICP-MS). The primary requirement is for a MC-ICP-MS instrument that will provide accurate and precise boron isotope ratio analyses of carbonate materials (such asstony coral, foraminifera, calcite, carbonate pellets) via laser ablation. Specialised analyses of this type are a major research focus of our group and we have experienced and committed research staff who will support the analytical developments of this project. A secondary requirement is for this instrument to make accurate and precise measurements of isotope ratios of other elements (other than gases) in a wider range of materials via laser ablation and solution-based sample introduction systems. Sample types will include both natural materials(rocks and minerals, seawater, other natural waters, biological materials, etc.) and synthetic materials (nanoparticles, manufactured products, etc.). Mandatory Requirements are set out in File 4 - Specification. The system must be delivered, commissioned and successfully pass user acceptance testing as per the requirements set out in File 4 - Specification. A warranty with a minimum period of 12 months (including parts, labour and onsite engineer visits) must be included as part of the proposal. Onsite commissioning, user acceptance testing, user training and any associated costs must be detailed as part of the proposal, additional costs should be included for information purposes only in the commercial requirements response document. Shipping / delivery of the equipment to the University must be DAP incoterms 2020. The University proposes to enter into a Contract for 1 year plus an optional year dependant on the warranty levels offered by tenderers in their Tender submission. There will be an optional 3 year extension for support and maintenance subject to satisfactory performance and at the discretion of the University. The Contract will be effective on signing. The initial term of the warranty will run from the date of commissioning of the equipment at the University with extensions if agreed, running from the expiry of the initial contract period, if so agreed by the University. The Contract will be for a maximum of 5 years from the date of commissioning at the University. The estimated value of the initial 12 month contract period is PS628,000.00,excluding VAT. This value includes all related components, services andmaintenance for the initial contract period. The total estimated value of this contract is PS692,000.00 excluding VAT, this value takes into account the estimated value of extending the service and maintenance contract up to an additional 5 years. Additional information: E-Tendering Portal: The University is utilising an electronic tendering tool, In-Tend(https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofsouthampton) to manage this procurement and to communicate with potential suppliers and/or tenderers (as appropriate). All documentation in relation to this tender can be downloaded from In-Tend. Potential suppliers/tenderers are advised that there will be no hard copy documents issued and all communications with the University, including the submission of Selection Stage and/or Invitation to Tender responses will be conducted via In-Tend. Regular monitoring of the portal is the responsibility of the potential supplier/tenderer. If you are not already registered as a supplier with the University of Southampton,you will need to register in In-Tend in order to access the procurement documentation. Once you have logged in as a supplier: click on 'Tenders'; locate the relevant project;and click 'View Details'. Once you are in the project screen, you will be able to register your organisation against the project and access all documentation by clicking 'Express Interest'. Potential suppliers/tenderers are advised that formal expressions of interest in the project must be by way of completion and return of the relevant documents via In-Tend. Further instructions for the submission of responses are below: To submit your return: 1. Log in 2. Click 'Tenders' 3. Locate the relevant project 4. View details 5. Click on the tab relating to the relevant project stage (e.g. 'Invitation to Tender') 6. Click on the 'Attach Documents' button and upload your return. 7. Check ALL your response documents are uploaded and displayed in the 'MyTender Return' panel. The system will only permit your organisation to make one return. 8. Click the red 'Submit Return' button. Please note, to preserve the integrity of the procurement, all communications with the University must be made via the correspondence function within In-Tend. Publication of Award Details: In accordance with Regulation 50, paragraph (2) of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. The University intends to publish the value of any resulting contract at the award stage, and reserves the right to do so. By submitting a response, potential suppliers/tenderers are consenting to publication of this information unless otherwise agreed in advance with the University. Costs and Expenses: Potential suppliers/tenderers are solely responsible for their costs and expenses incurred in connection with the preparation and submission of responses and participation in this and all future stages of this procurement. Under no circumstances will the University be liable for any costs or expenses borne by potential suppliers/tenderers or any of their supply chain, partners or advisers in this procurement process. The University is not liable for any costs i

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c9a37858-2e84-401d-b763-34e2f5d1374f |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 May 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Feb 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Mar 2021 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2021 - 1 Apr 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £692,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £652,926 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON |
| Locality | SOUTHAMPTON |
| Post town | Southampton |
| Postcode | SO17 1BJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ32 Southampton |
| Local authority | Southampton |
| Electoral ward | Portswood |
| Westminster constituency | Southampton Test |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | THERMO ELECTRON MANUFACTURING LTD T/A THERMO FISHER SCIENTIFIC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

## Release History

- 7 May 2021 at 08:10 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c9a37858-2e84-401d-b763-34e2f5d1374f
- 21 Jan 2021 at 15:07 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b6026276-3878-4986-a998-7a593815c23e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c9a37858-2e84-401d-b763-34e2f5d1374f
  7th May 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b6026276-3878-4986-a998-7a593815c23e
  21st January 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofsouthampton

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