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

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF READING  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-82fd33e3-ec74-4240-9dc8-f1fe029af3b2

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## Summary

The University of Reading is seeking tenders for a Single Crystal X-ray Crystallography System to be used within its School of Chemistry, Food and Pharmacy. This procurement falls under the medical equipment category and has a value of £450,000, with a minimum contract value of £400,000. The procurement has been initiated through an open procedure, ensuring accessibility for all interested parties. The tender period is active and will close on 23rd October 2018, with contract commencement expected on 3rd December 2018, and lasting until 30th November 2022. The delivery location is in Reading, South West England, post code RG6 6AP.

This opportunity presents significant potential for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in medical equipment, particularly those producing X-ray devices and related technologies. Competitors in this tender should ideally possess expertise in high-performance scientific instruments and a strong understanding of the requirements for solid-state, chemical, biological, and materials science applications. Engaging in this contract could not only enhance market presence but also offer long-term collaboration with an esteemed academic institution.

## 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/a0a1f98e-effb-4049-a270-7e431bf70e0a |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Oct 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Oct 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 3 Dec 2018 - 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 6AP |
| 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 | TLK South West (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

- 11 Oct 2018 at 10:51 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a0a1f98e-effb-4049-a270-7e431bf70e0a
- 11 Oct 2018 at 10:50 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a0a1f98e-effb-4049-a270-7e431bf70e0a
- 27 Sep 2018 at 08:36 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a0a1f98e-effb-4049-a270-7e431bf70e0a
- 20 Sep 2018 at 16:26 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a0a1f98e-effb-4049-a270-7e431bf70e0a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a0a1f98e-effb-4049-a270-7e431bf70e0a
  11th October 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/theuniversityofreading/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

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