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title: "Project 27155 - Supply of Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometers (ICPMS)"
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# Project 27155 - Supply of Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometers (ICPMS)

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-575332b6-543a-4f37-b9b7-e997ed6bb3d9

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## Summary

The Environment Agency, through the Defra Network eTendering Portal, has initiated an open tender for the "Project 27155 - Supply of Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometers (ICPMS)." This procurement falls under the laboratory, optical and precision equipment industry category, with the tender period concluding on 8 November 2019. The contract, which aims to procure one ICPMS initially by 31 March 2020, is expected to extend over a four-year period, during which one instrument will be procured each year for the first three years, dependent on budget availability. The contract is also available for use by other Defra organisations, significantly enhancing its reach.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) within the laboratory equipment sector. Companies specialising in mass spectrometry, precision engineering, and technology solutions that can deliver high-quality ICPMS equipment may find this contract particularly advantageous. Given the open procurement method, businesses that are innovative and proactive will be well-positioned to compete effectively, potentially leading to long-term partnerships with the Environment Agency and other Defra organisations.

## Notice

The Environment Agency is seeking a proactive and innovative supplier for provision of Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometers (ICPMS). The Authority is initially seeking to purchase one (1) ICPMS for delivery by 31/3/2020. The Contract will be in place for a period of four (4) years' from award of Contract, during which the Authority expects to purchase one (1) ICPMS per year for the first three (3) years of the Contract. Note that, in addition, the contract will be available for use by other Defra organisations. Future spend is not guaranteed and will be dependent on budget available during each financial year Additional information: This opportunity is available on the DEFRA Bravo website. To access all the relevant document and apply for this opportunity you need to be registered or register on the website address below. Note that this contract will be available for use by other Defra organisations.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/56b682de-786c-4996-b675-8e366527d2aa |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Oct 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Nov 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 20 Dec 2019 - 19 Dec 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 | DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL |
| Locality | EXETER |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX2 7LQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | Exeter |
| Electoral ward | St Loyes |
| Westminster constituency | Exmouth and Exeter East |
| 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

- 7 Oct 2019 at 11:24 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/56b682de-786c-4996-b675-8e366527d2aa

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/56b682de-786c-4996-b675-8e366527d2aa
  7th October 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk
  Link to eSourcing Portal

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