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title: "Multipurpose X-ray diffraction system Hardware Upgrade"
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buyer: "UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED"
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# Multipurpose X-ray diffraction system Hardware Upgrade

Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-27ad05ab-0590-404b-bc84-79420e74ac54

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## Summary

The procurement process pertains to the "Multipurpose X-ray Diffraction System Hardware Upgrade" project initiated by UK Shared Business Services Limited, located in Swindon, England. The procurement falls under the goods category, specifically laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, with a procurement method classified as a single tender action, below threshold. The tender was active until January 2, 2018, and the awarded contract, valued at £86,357, commenced on January 3, 2018, and is set to conclude on April 30, 2018.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment and technological upgrades, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Businesses that can deliver high-quality laboratory apparatus and possess expertise in X-ray diffraction systems would be particularly well-suited to compete in this space. Engaging with this contract could facilitate growth through further collaborations with the public sector, enhancing their portfolio and market presence.

## Notice

Multipurpose X-ray Diffraction System Hardware upgrade

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2eaf3ae4-add1-4f69-a330-3090e4da04c8 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Jan 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Jan 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Jan 2018 |
| Contract period | 3 Jan 2018 - 30 Apr 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £86,357 |
| 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 SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FF |
| 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 | SCIENTIFIC & MEDICAL PRODUCTS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 5 Jan 2018 at 14:21 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2eaf3ae4-add1-4f69-a330-3090e4da04c8

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2eaf3ae4-add1-4f69-a330-3090e4da04c8
  5th January 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.uksbs.co.uk

## Provenance

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