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title: "X-ray fluorescence microimaging instrument - AWARD"
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# X-ray fluorescence microimaging instrument - AWARD

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF WARWICK  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0e1695d7-509f-4441-acfa-91961f56df8a

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## Summary

The University of Warwick has successfully completed the procurement process for an X-ray fluorescence microimaging instrument. This tender was carried out under an open procedure and falls within the goods category of the "Checking and testing apparatus" industry, with additional classification for microscopes. The contract, awarded to HORIBA UK Limited, commenced on 1st March 2025 and will conclude on 28th February 2026. Key dates include the tender period end date on 7th February 2025, and the contract award notice published on 30th September 2025. The delivery location is specified as the University House in Coventry, West Midlands, United Kingdom.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in scientific equipment, particularly those offering advanced technological solutions like microimaging instruments. Companies that provide high-quality checking and testing apparatus would be well-suited to compete in such procurements. The open procedure allows for competitive participation, making it an attractive option for businesses looking to expand their market reach and collaborate with esteemed institutions such as the University of Warwick. The project, although not suited for SMEs or VCSEs, could still offer valuable exposure and partnership prospects in the academic and scientific sectors.

## Notice

The University of Warwick has a requirement for X-ray fluorescence microimaging instrument. In order to express interest in this opportunity please go to the University of Warwick In-Tend supplier portal (https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofwarwick). The University of Warwick is not a contracting authority for the purposes of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (as amended) and its procurement activities are not subject to the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 or the obligations under the European Public Procurement Directives, including the European Remedies Directive. Advertisement of any contract in the Official Journal of the European Union or Contracts Finder is at the sole discretion of the University and is undertaken on a voluntary basis with no implied obligation to comply with the procurement legislation.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/56fd0ff7-443e-402c-b7da-9929faa7a736 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Feb 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Feb 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2025 - 28 Feb 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| 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 | THE UNIVERSITY OF WARWICK |
| Locality | WEST MIDLANDS |
| Post town | Coventry |
| Postcode | CV4 7AL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG33 Coventry |
| Local authority | Coventry |
| Electoral ward | Wainbody |
| Westminster constituency | Coventry South |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38500000 - Checking and testing apparatus
- 38510000 - Microscopes

## Release History

- 30 Sep 2025 at 08:43 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/56fd0ff7-443e-402c-b7da-9929faa7a736

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/56fd0ff7-443e-402c-b7da-9929faa7a736
  30th September 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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