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title: "TLC System for a Mass Spectrometer"
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# TLC System for a Mass Spectrometer

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EAST ANGLIA  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7550ff92-ef4d-4b23-9e5d-99762b35719c

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## Summary

The University of East Anglia has completed a procurement process to purchase a mass spectrometer with Thin Layer Chromatography (TLC) capabilities, relevant for field group research. Categorised under mass spectrometers (CPV 38433100) and analysers (CPV 38434000), this direct single tender action was finalised on 12th December 2024. The contract period runs from 4th December 2024 to 6th December 2024, with final award details published on 3rd February 2025. Delivery is scheduled for the Norwich Research Park, NR4 7TJ, England.

This procurement provides significant opportunities for businesses specialising in scientific instrumentation, particularly those producing TLC-enabled mass spectrometers. Suitable for SMEs, the direct procurement method indicates a streamlined decision process, beneficial for businesses looking to engage with academic institutions. Companies well-versed in manufacturing and delivering advanced analytical equipment would be highly competitive for similar future tenders. Advion Ltd, a large supplier, successfully secured this contract, highlighting the potential for substantial business growth and partnerships in the scientific research sector.

## Notice

The purchase of a mass spectrometer with Thin Layer Chromatography (TLC) capabilities for field group research. A single action tender has been undertaken.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2cd2938a-5a14-45bd-aaeb-aecd16505757 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Dec 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Dec 2024 |
| Contract period | 4 Dec 2024 - 6 Dec 2024 |
| 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 | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF EAST ANGLIA |
| Locality | NORWICH |
| Post town | Norwich |
| Postcode | NR4 7TJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH5 Norfolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk |
| Local authority | Norwich |
| Electoral ward | University |
| Westminster constituency | Norwich South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38433100 - Mass spectrometer
- 38434000 - Analysers

## Release History

- 3 Feb 2025 at 08:56 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2cd2938a-5a14-45bd-aaeb-aecd16505757

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2cd2938a-5a14-45bd-aaeb-aecd16505757
  3rd February 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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