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title: "Environment Agency - Automated Gas Chromatograph-Mass Spectrometer System"
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# Environment Agency - Automated Gas Chromatograph-Mass Spectrometer System

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-602a1388-2a50-43d7-9194-95d92421924b

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## Summary

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs is seeking tenders for the supply of an Automated Gas Chromatograph-Mass Spectrometer System. This procurement, classified under mass spectrometers (CPV code 38433100), is currently in the tender stage, with responses due by 16:00 on 16 December 2016. The contract period is set to commence on 1 February 2017 and will last until 31 January 2018, with an estimated value between £35,000 and £45,000. The public procurement opportunity is located in Exeter, South West England.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in scientific equipment, particularly those with experience in environmental analysis technologies. Companies that manufacture or supply gas chromatography and mass spectrometry systems would be especially well-suited to compete for this contract. Given the nature of the procurement, SMEs are encouraged to participate, fostering further growth in the industry and potentially expanding their market reach.

## Notice

Supply of an automated system comprising of a Gas Chromatograph and a Quadrupole Mass Spectrometer detector. The system must be capable of analysing trace levels of Poly Aromatic Hydrocarbons, Organochlorine Pesticides and Polychlorinated Biphenyls in extracts of environmental derived solid sample matrices. Additional information: To apply please respond to the attached Invitation to Quote and associated documents. Email your response to andy.fegan@environment-agency.gov.uk. Tenders to be received no later than 16:00 on December 16th 2016.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/74b36e14-23a7-446f-9093-ed5b5d02793c |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not applicable |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Nov 2016 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Dec 2016 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2017 - 31 Jan 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £45,000 |
| 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 | DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS |
| Locality | EXETER |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX6 8FD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | Teignbridge |
| Electoral ward | Kenton & Starcross |
| Westminster constituency | Newton Abbot |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38433100 - Mass spectrometer

## Release History

- 30 Nov 2016 at 13:03 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/74b36e14-23a7-446f-9093-ed5b5d02793c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/74b36e14-23a7-446f-9093-ed5b5d02793c
  30th November 2016 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c4c955e8-48ea-4e70-b4b8-c70f7afa9293
  Conditions for Goods
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/1968a2dd-f503-45a9-a12b-f89d1bcb9391
  Invitation to Quote
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/2b65148a-5cc0-40c2-b8e1-877dbf7f9309
  Specification
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d47f9dd1-b8ae-496e-b8fa-1d555efb13f0
  Pricing Schedule

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