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title: "GB-LONDON: RBGKEW1356 Dynamic Vapor Sorption Analyser"
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# GB-LONDON: RBGKEW1356 Dynamic Vapor Sorption Analyser

Buyer: ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS, KEW  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3c93d596-044c-42ab-b574-086a36c95bdc

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## Summary

The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew initiated an open procurement process for a Dynamic Vapor Sorption Analyser under the title "GB-LONDON: RBGKEW1356 Dynamic Vapor Sorption Analyser" within the research laboratory services category. Located in London, UK, this tender process was specifically designed to upgrade the existing 20-year-old analyser at the Seed Biology Laboratory to measure water sorption and desorption in seeds, spores and pollen more efficiently. The tender process was completed successfully with key dates including the tender period closure on 18 December 2024 and the contract period spanning from 23 December 2024 to 31 March 2026. 

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for suppliers in the scientific instrumentation and research services industry, particularly those capable of providing advanced moisture analysis equipment. The contract, valued at GBP 101,645, was awarded to ProUmid GmbH & Co. KG, an SME experienced in producing high-quality research laboratory instruments. Companies with expertise in developing, supplying, and maintaining cutting-edge analytical equipment would find this and similar procurement opportunities advantageous for business growth and establishing a reputation within the scientific research community.

## Notice

NOTE: This notice was updated on 26 March 2025 for the following reason: corrected contract value(There is a requirement to measure water sorption and desorption in seeds, spores and pollen and to generate moisture-(de)sorption isotherms for research into seed desiccation, storage and longevity at the Seed Biology Laboratory at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. The current vapor sorption analyser is 20 years old and can analyse just one sample at a time, which limits the research throughput.)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/46b57ab2-81b8-4043-abac-1063e1adb117 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Mar 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Dec 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Dec 2024 |
| Contract period | 23 Dec 2024 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £101,645 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £101,645 |
| 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 | ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS, KEW |
| Locality | RICHMOND |
| Post town | Twickenham |
| Postcode | TW9 3AE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI7 Outer London - West and North West |
| ITL 3 | TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames |
| Local authority | Richmond upon Thames |
| Electoral ward | Kew |
| Westminster constituency | Richmond Park |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73111000 - Research laboratory services

## Release History

- 26 Mar 2025 at 09:55 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/46b57ab2-81b8-4043-abac-1063e1adb117
- 26 Mar 2025 at 09:35 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/46b57ab2-81b8-4043-abac-1063e1adb117

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/46b57ab2-81b8-4043-abac-1063e1adb117
  26th March 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=936850887
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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