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title: "Macro X-Ray Fluorescence System"
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buyer: "THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES"
published: "2024-01-08"
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# Macro X-Ray Fluorescence System

Buyer: THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3f58c7b1-cffe-46f7-8d3b-40e8ad006c42

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## Summary

The National Archives is seeking tenders for a Macro X-Ray Fluorescence System. This procurement process is at the tender stage and is open for bidding until the tender period ends on 9th February 2024. The contract period is set to start on 18th March 2024, providing an opportunity for businesses specialising in Laboratory, optical and precision equipment to engage in this transaction. The system should be suitable for analysing archival and library items, with applications both as a hand-held instrument and for robust imaging capabilities.

This tender opportunity presents a chance for SMEs and VCSEs in the goods category to grow their business by supplying the required Macro X-Ray Fluorescence System to The National Archives. The suitable businesses would need to be able to deliver to the location in TW9 4DU, England. With a focus on precision equipment, the successful bidder can establish a relationship with the buyer, providing warranty and support for the system over the contract period until 31st March 2029.

## Notice

The purpose of this Procurement Exercise is for the purchase of a Macro X-ray Fluorescence (MA-XRF) system suitable for the analysis of archival and library items, with warranty and support. The system should also function as a hand-held instrument and possess robust imaging capabilities, enabling comprehensive analysis and precise examination of materials.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bc482997-8480-489a-b5c4-b826fabeb1c5 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Jan 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Feb 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 18 Mar 2024 - 31 Mar 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| 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 | THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES |
| Locality | RICHMOND |
| Post town | Twickenham |
| Postcode | TW9 4DU |
| 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 | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 8 Jan 2024 at 10:25 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bc482997-8480-489a-b5c4-b826fabeb1c5

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bc482997-8480-489a-b5c4-b826fabeb1c5
  8th January 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/cbb9162f-7459-4120-b7f0-3175450f3b83

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