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title: "Ultra-Sensitive Triple Quadrupole LC-MS/MS System for Advanced Biomedical Training and Research"
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# Ultra-Sensitive Triple Quadrupole LC-MS/MS System for Advanced Biomedical Training and Research

Buyer: ASTON UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-70c54d9d-917b-4e92-a4a2-b53f8f39fc69

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## Summary

This procurement process, led by Aston University in Birmingham, England, has reached the award stage for the supply, installation, and commissioning of an Ultra-Sensitive Triple Quadrupole LC-MS/MS System aimed at enhancing advanced biomedical training and research. The tender falls under the industry category of Laboratory, Optical, and Precision Equipments and is classified with CPV code 38000000. The awarded contract was announced on 16 February 2026, following a selective call-off from the framework agreement managed by APUC. The contract period begins on 1 March 2026 and continues until 28 February 2029. The final procurement value is £332,000 GBP, and the delivery location is specified by postal code B4 7ET.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in high-sensitivity laboratory equipment, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) due to its suitability preference. Firms engaged in the manufacturing and supply of advanced mass spectrometry equipment would be well-positioned to compete, benefitting from the substantial contract value and the extended period of engagement. Furthermore, participating in this tender can enhance capabilities in catering to educational institutions and foster valuable partnerships within the academic research sector. The procurement method via a framework arrangement highlights the importance of having established relationships within such frameworks, which can provide competitive advantages.

## Notice

Supply, installation, and commissioning of a high-sensitivity triple quadrupole liquid chromatography tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) system (or equivalent) to support both advanced analytical testing and routine quantitative mass spectrometry applications. Awarded following a further competition process utilising the following framework: APUC (Advanced Procurement for Universities and Colleges) Mass Spectrometry & Chromatography Equipment - LAB1029 AP Lot 6 - Liquid Chromatographs coupled with Mass Spectrometers

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ff8ebaa-1e61-490b-9f62-c618a69c9a81 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Nov 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2026 - 28 Feb 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £332,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £332,000 |
| 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 | ASTON UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B4 7ET |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Nechells |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 16 Feb 2026 at 15:14 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ff8ebaa-1e61-490b-9f62-c618a69c9a81

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ff8ebaa-1e61-490b-9f62-c618a69c9a81
  16th February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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