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title: "Inductively Coupled Plasma Optical Emission Spectrometer"
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buyer: "BLUECAP RESOURCES LIMITED"
published: "2024-11-14"
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# Inductively Coupled Plasma Optical Emission Spectrometer

Buyer: BLUECAP RESOURCES LIMITED  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d71deb4e-475d-4d78-bac3-a00581a1d22e

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## Summary

Bluecap Resources Limited, a research-focused company based in Newport, is inviting tenders for the supply, delivery, installation, and commissioning of an Inductively Coupled Plasma Optical Emission Spectrometer (ICP-OES). This equipment, crucial for analysing the elemental composition of mining waste post-processing, is part of a new analytical laboratory setup in the South West region of the United Kingdom. The tender process is active, with a publication date of 12th November 2024 and a closing date for submissions on 2nd December 2024 at 17:00. The procurement method is an open procedure, and the contract period will start on 4th December 2024, ending on 31st January 2025, pending grant approval funding.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for suppliers specialising in analytical instruments, particularly those focusing on environmental and mining applications. With a contract value estimated between £60,000 and £70,000, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, potentially securing a significant business growth through partnership with Bluecap Resources. Businesses offering comprehensive delivery and installation services, along with relevant industry expertise, would be well-suited to compete for this contract, especially considering the importance of adhering to the lowest compliant tender evaluation criterion.

## Notice

Bluecap Resources Ltd., a research company focussed on the processing and analysis of mining waste, is currently establishing a cutting-edge in-house analytical laboratory Bluecap Resources invites qualified suppliers to submit tenders for the supply, delivery, installation, and commissioning of one Inductively Coupled Plasma Optical Emission Spectrometer (ICP-OES). The equipment will be used for the analysis of elemental composition in mining waste post-processing, particularly for detecting trace metals and other elements relevant to our operations. The purchase of this system is part of a grant funded application process and therefore procurement will be subject to grant approval of the project. We will assess tenders received on lowest compliant Tender.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b23ce109-9c64-4e1f-9b00-bdd6aa39294c |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Nov 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Dec 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 4 Dec 2024 - 31 Jan 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £70,000 |
| 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 | BLUECAP RESOURCES LIMITED |
| Locality | NEWPORT |
| Post town | Newport |
| Postcode | NP20 4PH |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL54 Monmouthshire and Newport |
| Local authority | Newport |
| Electoral ward | Allt-yr-yn |
| Westminster constituency | Newport West and Islwyn |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38900000 - Miscellaneous evaluation or testing instruments

## Release History

- 14 Nov 2024 at 15:38 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b23ce109-9c64-4e1f-9b00-bdd6aa39294c
- 12 Nov 2024 at 11:36 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b23ce109-9c64-4e1f-9b00-bdd6aa39294c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b23ce109-9c64-4e1f-9b00-bdd6aa39294c
  14th November 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e0f52ceb-a661-462b-856b-30f620ffb2ba
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/af290c11-599b-4d8e-93f4-4ee83df6c500

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