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title: "CEFAS25-136 Gas Chromatography Tandem Triple Quadrupole Mass Spectrometer System"
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# CEFAS25-136 Gas Chromatography Tandem Triple Quadrupole Mass Spectrometer System

Buyer: CEFAS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4f043502-2f29-48ec-8d03-34b5dde5811a

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## Summary

In a procurement process conducted by CEFAS, titled "CEFAS25-136 Gas Chromatography Tandem Triple Quadrupole Mass Spectrometer System," a contract has been awarded to Agilent Technologies LDA UK Ltd. This process falls under the industry category of mass spectrometers (CPV code 38433100) and relates to the procurement of a GC-QqQ-MS system to support CEFAS' operations in monitoring the chemical status of the marine environment. It was initiated as a call-off from the LUPC Framework Agreement for mass spectrometry and chromatography equipment. The award stage of the procurement was completed on 30th January 2026, with the contract period starting on 2nd February 2026 and set to conclude on 31st March 2027. The work will be carried out in various regions including the United Kingdom and other listed territories.

This tender provides business growth opportunities for companies specializing in scientific and analytical equipment, particularly those with expertise in high-precision mass spectrometry systems. Companies equipped to deliver cutting-edge, automated GC-QqQ-MS systems with robust and high-throughput analytical capabilities would find this contract suitable. The procurement method allows for a selective process, likely opening doors for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) to compete if they meet the suitability criteria. The contract can also benefit suppliers offering competitively priced ex-demonstration instruments, thereby enhancing market reach and creating potential for long-term partnerships with public sector organizations like CEFAS.

## Notice

The Chemistry Function at the Cefas Lowestoft Laboratory requires a gas chromatography system with a triple quadrupole mass detector (GC-QqQ-MS) to replace an aging instrument. The system will support monitoring and R&D projects assessing the chemical status of the marine environment. It must analyse trace levels of small compounds (

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f78725a1-e12a-4bd1-969d-6186a2fb0264 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 2 Feb 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £104,927 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £125,912 |
| 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 | CEFAS |
| Locality | LOWESTOFT |
| Post town | Norwich |
| Postcode | NR33 0HT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH6 Suffolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH63 East Suffolk |
| Local authority | East Suffolk |
| Electoral ward | Kirkley & Pakefield |
| Westminster constituency | Lowestoft |
| 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

- 38433100 - Mass spectrometer

## Release History

- 3 Feb 2026 at 09:22 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f78725a1-e12a-4bd1-969d-6186a2fb0264

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f78725a1-e12a-4bd1-969d-6186a2fb0264
  3rd February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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