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title: "Portable X-Ray Fluorescence Analyser"
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# Portable X-Ray Fluorescence Analyser

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EXETER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6e08824e-4aed-4f4f-ade4-bcb33a6735c7

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## Summary

The University of Exeter has completed the procurement process for a Portable X-Ray Fluorescence (pXRF) Analyser under an open procedure. The contract was awarded to Niton UK Ltd on 16th August 2024, with a contract value of £29,134. This procurement falls under the industry category of laboratory, optical and precision equipment, and is intended for delivery to the South West region of the United Kingdom. The procurement process started with a tender period that concluded on 9th January 2024, and the contract period is set to run from 20th August 2024 until 31st December 2029. The project is funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund and is particularly geared toward small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in advanced laboratory equipment, especially those who can offer innovative solutions in portable measurement technologies. SMEs stand to benefit greatly from this procurement, as the University of Exeter is a reputable institution that can provide substantial business growth potential. Companies with expertise in precision equipment manufacturing, particularly within the healthcare, environmental, and industrial sectors, will find this contract particularly relevant. The extended contract period offers long-term stability and the potential for future collaborations and additional procurement opportunities.

## Notice

The provision of a portable X-Ray Fluorescence (pXRF) analyser. This project is funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b5816b58-3f36-4c49-a0af-7aa7be5dd045 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Jan 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Aug 2024 |
| Contract period | 19 Aug 2024 - 31 Aug 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £29,134 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £29,134 |
| 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 EXETER |
| Locality | EXETER |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX4 4QH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | Exeter |
| Electoral ward | Duryard and St James |
| Westminster constituency | Exeter |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | NITON |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

## Release History

- 19 Aug 2024 at 14:52 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b5816b58-3f36-4c49-a0af-7aa7be5dd045

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b5816b58-3f36-4c49-a0af-7aa7be5dd045
  19th August 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=76034&B=EXETER
  Additional data
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/53042
  User / Company

## Notice URLs

- http://www.exeter.ac.uk

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