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title: "UKRI-5591 MRC LMS Mass Spectrometer"
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# UKRI-5591 MRC LMS Mass Spectrometer

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-845bacef-e090-4087-85a7-26426fc59433

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## Summary

UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) has completed the procurement process for the "UKRI-5591 MRC LMS Mass Spectrometer" within the goods category, focusing on mass spectrometers for proteomics. The procurement was conducted using a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement, with Thermo Fisher Scientific chosen as the supplier. The contract, valued at £671,890.26, commenced on 24th December 2025 and will conclude on 31st March 2031. The procurement's geographical focus includes Swindon and London, United Kingdom, with key dates spanning from the tender end on 23rd December 2025 to the award publication on 7th January 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the supply of scientific equipment, particularly those specialising in advanced analytical technology like mass spectrometers. Large-scale suppliers with the capacity to fulfil complex framework agreements would find this contract appealing. Consequently, companies positioned to offer innovative solutions and capable of meeting stringent procurement requirements will be well-suited to compete in similar future tenders, fostering business expansion and market penetration in the scientific research sector.

## Notice

Mass Spectrometer for Proteomics

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0546df0a-9288-4036-aa9c-e19dddc84d90 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Dec 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 24 Dec 2025 - 31 Mar 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £671,890 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £671,890 |
| 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 | UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon |
| Local authority | Swindon |
| Electoral ward | Rodbourne Cheney |
| Westminster constituency | Swindon North |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | THERMO FISHER SCIENTIFIC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38433100 - Mass spectrometer

## Release History

- 7 Jan 2026 at 13:50 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0546df0a-9288-4036-aa9c-e19dddc84d90

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0546df0a-9288-4036-aa9c-e19dddc84d90
  7th January 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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