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title: "Delivery, Installation and Commissioning of a Liquid Chromatography Triple Quadrupole Mass Spectrometer"
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# Delivery, Installation and Commissioning of a Liquid Chromatography Triple Quadrupole Mass Spectrometer

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-572b7bbc-3c17-4409-b8e5-8b416112038d

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## Summary

The University of Leeds is currently seeking tenders for the delivery, installation, and commissioning of a Liquid Chromatography Triple Quadrupole Mass Spectrometer, aimed at supporting metabolomics, lipidomics, and small biological molecule analysis. The procurement process is at the tender stage, with the submission deadline set for 24th May 2018. This project falls within the goods category, specifically classified under CPV code 38433100 for mass spectrometers, and will be based in the Yorkshire and the Humber region of the United Kingdom. The contract is expected to commence on 20th August 2018 and continue until 19th August 2023, with the method of procurement being selective through a negotiated procedure.

This tender presents excellent opportunities for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment and analytical instrumentation. Companies focused on manufacturing or supplying mass spectrometry technology would be particularly well-suited to compete. Additionally, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, allowing them to expand their market presence and potentially partner with a prestigious institution like the University of Leeds. Engaging in this procurement can facilitate business growth through the establishment of long-term relationships in the higher education and research sectors.

## Notice

The Schools of Medicine and Food Science and Nutrition at the University of Leeds are seeking tenders for a Triple Quadrupole Liquid Chromatograph/Mass Spectrometer equipment for the purpose of metabolomics, lipidomics and small biological molecule analysis at picogram sensitivities. A Triple Quadrupole LC-QQQ-MS is required with ongoing technical and analytical support

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/67e244e2-2867-4681-84ba-0b0cf8872e67 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Negotiated procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Apr 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 24 May 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 19 Aug 2018 - 19 Aug 2023 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS |
| Locality | LEEDS |
| Post town | Leeds |
| Postcode | LS2 9JZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE42 Leeds |
| Local authority | Leeds |
| Electoral ward | Little London & Woodhouse |
| Westminster constituency | Leeds Central and Headingley |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38433100 - Mass spectrometer

## Release History

- 27 Apr 2018 at 13:42 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/67e244e2-2867-4681-84ba-0b0cf8872e67

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/67e244e2-2867-4681-84ba-0b0cf8872e67
  27th April 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Leeds:-Mass-spectrometer./W354447GK5
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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