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title: "Fluorescence Lifetime and Steady State Spectrometer (Fluorimeter) - AWARD"
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# Fluorescence Lifetime and Steady State Spectrometer (Fluorimeter) - AWARD

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a70852b1-fb6f-4697-b09a-3e52b429f9a5

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## Summary

The University of Manchester has completed a procurement process for a Fluorescence Lifetime and Steady State Spectrometer, also known as a Fluorimeter, with a total contract value of £71,691.69. This procurement, described as an open procedure and categorised under laboratory, optical and precision equipment, was initiated with the aim of enhancing capabilities in sustainable plastic innovation through the Royce equipment fund, part-funded by the European Regional Development Fund. The contract period spans from 1 February 2022 to 31 January 2023, and the awarded item will be delivered to Manchester (postcode: M13 9PL). The tender was officially awarded on 18 February 2022.

This procurement presents substantial opportunities for businesses within the instrumentation and laboratory equipment sector, particularly those capable of supplying advanced spectroscopic technology. Companies specialising in precision and scientific equipment, including small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), are encouraged to explore future contracts related to similar innovations in academic environments. Given the established relationship with HORIBA UK Limited as the awarded supplier, new entrants should focus on demonstrating unique capabilities or competitive advantages to establish their presence in this market segment.

## Notice

The University wishes to appoint a Contractor or Contractors to supply a Fluorimeter capable of both steady state and fluorescence lifetime measurements; the equipment will be located at the University of Manchester. The Royce equipment fund is part financed by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) funds having been awarded under the 2014-2020 Priority Axis 1: Sustainable Plastic Innovation in Greater Manchester (OC15R19P 0903)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7e639908-1419-4e1b-a232-0c9cbc1eeffa |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Feb 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Jan 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Feb 2022 |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2022 - 31 Jan 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £99,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £71,691 |
| 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 | THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M13 9PL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Hulme |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Rusholme |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 38433000 - Spectrometers
- 38433210 - Emission spectrometer

## Release History

- 24 Feb 2022 at 13:10 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7e639908-1419-4e1b-a232-0c9cbc1eeffa

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7e639908-1419-4e1b-a232-0c9cbc1eeffa
  24th February 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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