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title: "Advanced Mass Spectrometry in CO2 Utilization Research"
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# Advanced Mass Spectrometry in CO2 Utilization Research

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-63f21486-ca95-48d9-8093-e1b5af8a4fd2

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## Summary

The University of Southampton has completed a procurement process for an Advanced Mass Spectrometer as part of its CO2 Utilization Research. This procurement, valued at £43,544, falls under the Mass Spectrometer category (CPV code 38433100) and was conducted via a limited method with competitive quotation, below the threshold, making it an apt procurement for SMEs. The procurement stage is the Award stage, and the contract, starting on 22nd July 2024 and ending on 21st January 2026, targets the South East region of the United Kingdom. The award was made to Hiden Analytical Ltd, and the contract details were published on 23rd July 2024.

This tender, focusing on highly specialised scientific equipment, presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in high-precision analytical instruments, particularly SMEs with expertise in mass spectrometry. Companies that can provide cutting-edge technology with rapid response times and high customizability would find this procurement beneficial for demonstrating their capabilities to a prestigious institution like the University of Southampton. This allows suppliers to grow their business by showcasing their advanced tools and reliability in academic and industrial research sectors.

## Notice

An advanced mass spectrometer is required for research. It should continuously monitor gases and vapours, with specialized interfaces for better analysis. The system needs to quickly detect gases in very small amounts, from less than 100 parts-per-billion to 5 parts-per-billion, which is important for different experiments. It should provide accurate data, respond fast to changes in gas levels, and have advanced tools for analysing results. Plus, it should be customizable to fit our specific needs, like having different mass ranges and mounting options. With this system, we aim to have the latest technology to conduct precise research for various scientific and industrial purposes.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/703a1e65-32e8-429f-bffb-b23e732fe8e8 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Jul 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Jul 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Jul 2024 |
| Contract period | 21 Jul 2024 - 21 Jan 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £43,544 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £43,544 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON |
| Locality | SOUTHAMPTON |
| Post town | Southampton |
| Postcode | SO17 1BJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ32 Southampton |
| Local authority | Southampton |
| Electoral ward | Portswood |
| Westminster constituency | Southampton Test |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | HIDEN ANALYTICAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38433100 - Mass spectrometer

## Release History

- 23 Jul 2024 at 11:18 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/703a1e65-32e8-429f-bffb-b23e732fe8e8

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/703a1e65-32e8-429f-bffb-b23e732fe8e8
  23rd July 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.southampton.ac.uk/

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