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title: "GB-London: Handheld XRF Spectrometer and Related Services"
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buyer: "VICTORIA AND ALBERT MUSEUM"
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# GB-London: Handheld XRF Spectrometer and Related Services

Buyer: VICTORIA AND ALBERT MUSEUM  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-28f96140-f465-4db3-a072-f4686fdb6657

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## Summary

The Victoria and Albert Museum is seeking to procure a handheld X-ray fluorescence spectrometer along with related services. This procurement falls under the goods category and is located in London, United Kingdom. The tender is currently in the active stage with the end date for submissions set for 13th November 2020. The total budget for the project is estimated at £500,000, although it is subject to confirmation, and the winning contract will commence on 14th December 2020, lasting until 13th December 2025. This procurement is conducted through an open procedure method.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in scientific equipment and maintenance services. Companies with experience in producing or supplying spectrometers, as well as those capable of offering ongoing support and service contracts, would be well-positioned to compete for this contract. Additionally, organisations that are classified as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement process is supportive of such entities.

## Notice

The V&A wishes to procure a hand-held X-ray fluorescence spectrometer, capable of identifying in situ the elemental composition of objects having a wide variety of sizes and shapes. The instrument chosen will be a 'turn-key' system and all hardware, firmware and software costs must be included in tender returns. In addition a full five year service contract (one year statutory warranty plus an additional four years of maintenance) should be included in the total cost. The instrument will be used in the Science Laboratory, stores and galleries across all V&A sites. Tenders may provide options or alternative quotes. Please note that the budget is not confirmed and the award of contract is subject to the V&A receiving the AHRC CapCo funding.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4946c990-48cd-4a31-8ce7-bbd3fd4c7d9f |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Oct 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Nov 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 14 Dec 2020 - 13 Dec 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £500,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | VICTORIA AND ALBERT MUSEUM |
| Locality | KENSINGTON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW7 2RL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI33 Kensington & Chelsea and Hammersmith & Fulham |
| Local authority | Kensington and Chelsea |
| Electoral ward | Brompton & Hans Town |
| Westminster constituency | Kensington and Bayswater |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38433000 - Spectrometers

## Release History

- 28 Oct 2020 at 15:30 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4946c990-48cd-4a31-8ce7-bbd3fd4c7d9f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4946c990-48cd-4a31-8ce7-bbd3fd4c7d9f
  28th October 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-London:-Handheld-XRF-Spectrometer-and-Related-Services/Y8VQ59RTP5
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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