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title: "X-Ray diffractometer (XRD) ITT"
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# X-Ray diffractometer (XRD) ITT

Buyer: LUCIDEON LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-45953e03-700f-41f7-8660-a76350bd74b9

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## Summary

The procurement process for the contract titled "X-Ray diffractometer (XRD) ITT" was conducted by LUCIDEON LIMITED, based in Stone, England. This tender falls under the industry category of miscellaneous evaluation or testing instruments (CPV: 38900000). The procurement involved a selective procedure, detailed as a competitive procedure with negotiation (above threshold). The procurement process has moved to the Award stage as of 7th March 2025. Key dates include the tender publication on 18th December 2024, the tender period closure on 24th January 2025, and the contract period from 25th February 2025 to 30th April 2025. The total contract value was set at £200,000 GBP, with the final awarded contract amounting to £179,787 GBP.

This tender presents substantial business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs involved in the supply and commissioning of high-temperature analysis evaluation instruments. Companies specialising in the manufacturing and servicing of X-Ray diffractometers will find this an ideal opportunity to expand their market presence. The successful supplier for this project, Bruker UK Limited, showcases that the procurement criteria were met effectively by an SME. Businesses equipped with innovative solutions and competitive negotiation skills stand to gain from participating in similar tenders, fostering advancements and economic growth within the technological and scientific instrument sectors.

## Notice

This ITT invites proposals for the supply and commissioning of an X-Ray diffractometer (XRD) with the capacity to perform analysis at high temperatures. The primary function is for evaluation of refractory materials at elevated temperatures. For more information please Email; - procurement@uk.lucideon.com To request the ITT and PQQ documents

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f7f2c01c-f96b-4c0a-8f53-c6b444c24e8d |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Competitive procedure with negotiation (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Mar 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Jan 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | 25 Feb 2025 - 30 Apr 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £200,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £179,787 |
| 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 | LUCIDEON LIMITED |
| Locality | STONE |
| Post town | Stoke-on-Trent |
| Postcode | ST4 7LQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG23 Stoke-on-Trent |
| Local authority | Stoke-on-Trent |
| Electoral ward | Penkhull & Springfields |
| Westminster constituency | Stoke-on-Trent Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38900000 - Miscellaneous evaluation or testing instruments

## Release History

- 7 Mar 2025 at 11:58 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f7f2c01c-f96b-4c0a-8f53-c6b444c24e8d
- 18 Dec 2024 at 16:34 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4b07a989-3e14-4969-8892-61810ad21b5b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f7f2c01c-f96b-4c0a-8f53-c6b444c24e8d
  7th March 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4b07a989-3e14-4969-8892-61810ad21b5b
  18th December 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

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