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title: "X-ray Crystallography System"
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# X-ray Crystallography System

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF READING  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7abbb457-b8e5-431a-812c-b809561a8b69

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## Summary

The University of Reading is seeking suppliers for an X-ray Crystallography System through an open procurement process. This tender, identified as UOR/LAB/18/051, falls under the medical equipment and pharmaceuticals category, specifically for X-ray devices and microanalysers. The tender was published on 18th October 2018, and the submission deadline is set for 19th November 2018. The contract will commence on 3rd January 2019 and will last until 30th November 2022. Interested parties are invited to deliver to the University’s campus located in Reading, South East England, and the estimated contract value is between £400,000 and £450,000.

This opportunity presents a significant chance for businesses that specialise in high-performance medical equipment, particularly those experienced in X-ray technology and related fields. Given the advanced nature of the required system, companies with expertise in manufacturing, supplying, or servicing sophisticated scientific equipment would be well-positioned to compete. The tender not only opens doors for businesses within the UK but also offers a platform for innovation and collaboration with a leading academic institution, potentially fostering further research and development in the sector.

## Notice

A high performance 4-circle kappa X-ray area detector single-crystal X-ray diffractometer is required for a wide range of solid-state, chemical, biological, physical and materials science applications to support researchers at the University of Reading, particularly from the Department of Chemistry and the School of Pharmacy. Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a7b58313-ffe8-45f8-a9f8-4eb4b45ace17 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Oct 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Nov 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 3 Jan 2019 - 30 Nov 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £450,000 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF READING |
| Locality | READING |
| Post town | Reading |
| Postcode | RG6 6AQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ16 Berkshire West |
| Local authority | Wokingham |
| Electoral ward | Maiden Erlegh & Whitegates |
| Westminster constituency | Earley and Woodley |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 33000000 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
- 33111000 - X-ray devices
- 38947000 - X-ray microanalysers

## Release History

- 18 Oct 2018 at 15:19 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a7b58313-ffe8-45f8-a9f8-4eb4b45ace17

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a7b58313-ffe8-45f8-a9f8-4eb4b45ace17
  18th October 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/theuniversityofreading/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

## Notice URLs

- http://www.reading.ac.uk/procurement

## Provenance

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