--- title: "UK SBS RE18403 Single-Quad GC-MS System and Triple-Quad GC-MSMS System" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-3cffa1e0-59d3-405a-a2bb-eda03ffd845f" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-3cffa1e0-59d3-405a-a2bb-eda03ffd845f" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-3cffa1e0-59d3-405a-a2bb-eda03ffd845f.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-3cffa1e0-59d3-405a-a2bb-eda03ffd845f.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED" published: "2019-01-21" --- # UK SBS RE18403 Single-Quad GC-MS System and Triple-Quad GC-MSMS System Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3cffa1e0-59d3-405a-a2bb-eda03ffd845f [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-3cffa1e0-59d3-405a-a2bb-eda03ffd845f) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-3cffa1e0-59d3-405a-a2bb-eda03ffd845f.json) ## Summary The public procurement process involves UK Shared Business Services Limited as the buyer, seeking tenders for the "UK SBS RE18403 Single-Quad GC-MS System and Triple-Quad GC-MSMS System." This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, with a deadline for bid submissions set for 15th November 2018 at 14:00. The contract period is scheduled to commence on 23rd November 2018 and conclude on 22nd November 2019, with delivery expected to the postal code LA1 4AP. The procurement method is classified as open, adhering to the open procedure below threshold regulations. This tender presents a strategic opportunity for businesses, especially small and medium enterprises (SMEs), involved in the supply of high-spec laboratory equipment and analysis systems. Companies that can provide advanced GC-MS and GC-MSMS systems, complete with software and service support, are well-positioned to compete. The requirement for systems to be supplied by the same manufacturer suggests a potential advantage for firms that can offer integrated solutions, enhancing compatibility and service efficiency. Businesses that are adept in handling complex matrices analysis, particularly in environmental and chemical sectors, may find this tender particularly beneficial for growth. ## Notice This requirement is for a Single-Quad GC-MS System and a Triple-Quad GC-MSMS System GC-MS and the GC-MS/MS systems are to be of the highest spec available with the minimum specification as outlined below and most recent bench-top model of its class, suitable for quantification of low levels of analytes in complex matrices. Systems to be complete with automatic injectors, trays and PCs suitable for the applications Systems should include data system, software, libraries, installation and training. A minimum of 1year warranty/maintenance contract to be included in initial purchase price. Applications are varied but typically include pesticides and persistent organic pollutants, flame retardants and fatty acids in a range of matrices. Please note for both systems need to be supplied by the same manufacturer, to allow maximum compatibility between the two instruments. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d3d99086-9623-43ad-971f-52c6a8215516 | | 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 | Large | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 21 Jan 2019 | | Submission deadline | 15 Nov 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 28 Nov 2018 | | Contract period | 3 Dec 2018 - 31 Mar 2019 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £152,128 | | 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 | AGILENT TECHNOLOGIES | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) ### Codes - 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) ## Release History - 21 Jan 2019 at 10:18 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d3d99086-9623-43ad-971f-52c6a8215516 - 30 Oct 2018 at 10:32 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a0772c25-df28-4bd7-bdcd-5b2a0fda7f2b ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d3d99086-9623-43ad-971f-52c6a8215516 21st January 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a0772c25-df28-4bd7-bdcd-5b2a0fda7f2b 30th October 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/6dd3d55d-41ed-4810-b2d7-1ea3281468d9 RE18403 GC-MS and GC-MSMS ITQQ Invitation to Quote Questions - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/6079ec93-529d-4f0f-ae6a-74a5fe030837 RE18403 AW4.1 Terms and Conditions - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/3a2cad0f-4eeb-48c6-ab52-1a43d82e2e3f RE18403 - AW5.2 Price Schedule - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/6dff602c-30eb-458a-b4ad-ee13cfe235ad Bidder Training - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/68465088-bc34-469a-87d2-2347c108262f Bidder - Logging into Emptoris for the first time - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/a1077720-3ed6-4f2d-b607-85081de67a6a RE18403 GC-MS and GC-MSMS ITQ Invitation to Quote ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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