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title: "RBGKEW/924 Service and Repair of Velos Pro LC-MS system"
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buyer: "ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS, KEW"
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# RBGKEW/924 Service and Repair of Velos Pro LC-MS system

Buyer: ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS, KEW  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b1327bbf-697a-4458-8930-6303fdc3301c

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## Summary

The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, is conducting a public procurement process for the title "RBGKEW/924 Service and Repair of Velos Pro LC-MS system" within the laboratory equipment industry. The procurement falls under the direct method with a single tender action, acknowledging that only the selected supplier possesses the distinct skills required. This process has reached the award stage, with a contract value of £14,411.54, and the contract period spans from 1 February 2021 to 31 January 2022. The awarded supplier for this contract is Thermo Fisher Scientific, with relevant delivery expected at their facility in Richmond, England.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the laboratory services sector, particularly those capable of providing specialised repair and service solutions for scientific equipment. Companies that have expertise in liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry systems or similar laboratory technologies will find this tender especially relevant. Engaging in such contracts can lead to business growth, as partnering with an esteemed institution like the Royal Botanic Gardens enhances credibility and opens avenues for future collaborations in the scientific community.

## Notice

Basic service plan agreement for RBG Kew's low resolution liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry system. PO535697. Single Tender Action on the grounds that: The proposed supplier is the only one known to possess unique or specialised skills or articles, or which are unobtainable from any other source

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ca2656f9-422a-47e9-8697-98c7f2babb4d |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Apr 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Jan 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Jan 2021 |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2021 - 31 Jan 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £14,411 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £14,411 |
| 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 | ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS, KEW |
| Locality | RICHMOND |
| Post town | Twickenham |
| Postcode | TW9 3AB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI7 Outer London - West and North West |
| ITL 3 | TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames |
| Local authority | Richmond upon Thames |
| Electoral ward | Kew |
| Westminster constituency | Richmond Park |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

## Release History

- 12 Apr 2021 at 09:52 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ca2656f9-422a-47e9-8697-98c7f2babb4d
- 12 Apr 2021 at 09:49 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ca2656f9-422a-47e9-8697-98c7f2babb4d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ca2656f9-422a-47e9-8697-98c7f2babb4d
  12th April 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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