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title: "Award of Contract for a Radiation Survey Instrument"
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# Award of Contract for a Radiation Survey Instrument

Buyer: PUBLIC HEALTH ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2513ec0f-2328-42e1-8990-287acdd2172f

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Public Health England (PHE) seeking a radiation survey instrument. The tender, titled "Radiation Survey Instrument," falls under the industry category of nuclear evaluation instruments and is located in London, England. The tender period concluded on 13th November 2019, with the contract awarded on 20th November 2019 for the total value of £17,000. The procurement method employed was an open procedure below threshold, accommodating small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in scientific instruments, particularly those offering radiation survey equipment that meets specific technical specifications, such as a 3x3 NaI detector and gamma spectroscopy functions. Companies with a focus on high-quality, portable equipment could find a competitive edge. Given that PHE has awarded a previous contract to Pycko Scientific for a similar instrument, there is potential for additional contracts if businesses can demonstrate compliance and innovation within their offerings.

## Notice

Following publication of a contracts finder opportunity notice, PHE has awarded a contract for a Georadis GT-40 Radiation Survey Instrument to Pycko Scientific. Following market engagement, it was determined that only the Georadis GT-40 has a gamma assay function allowing for assessment of concentrations (Bq/g or Bq/ml) of various radionuclides within a sample (of known weight/volume). This function provides a decisive saving in lab time which makes it an essential requirement. Pycko Scientific is the sole UK distributor of the model of GT-40 suitable for PHE's use.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/196dd3cd-e7bd-435e-ad15-5fae40632026 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Dec 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Nov 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Nov 2019 |
| Contract period | 26 Nov 2019 - 25 Nov 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £15,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £15,000 |
| 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 | PUBLIC HEALTH ENGLAND |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | North West London |
| Postcode | NW9 5EQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK72 Wiltshire |
| Local authority | Wiltshire |
| Electoral ward | Till Valley |
| Westminster constituency | East Wiltshire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PYCKO SCIENTIFIC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38940000 - Nuclear evaluation instruments

## Release History

- 13 Dec 2019 at 14:43 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/196dd3cd-e7bd-435e-ad15-5fae40632026
- 29 Oct 2019 at 16:17 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f7edf4ab-4eb9-480a-9b65-168aa7250cad

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/196dd3cd-e7bd-435e-ad15-5fae40632026
  13th December 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f7edf4ab-4eb9-480a-9b65-168aa7250cad
  29th October 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

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