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title: "High performance UV-Vis and NIR Spectrophotometer"
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# High performance UV-Vis and NIR Spectrophotometer

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD(THE)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e87a76b6-a36f-4a43-8b7e-c9664235d16b

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## Summary

The University of Salford has recently concluded the procurement process for the acquisition of a high-performance UV-Vis and NIR Spectrophotometer, classified under Detection and analysis apparatus (CPV code: 38430000). The procurement was managed through an open procedure (below threshold), with the tender period ending on 18th December 2024. The awarded contract, valued at GBP 42,562.64, commenced on 3rd January 2025 and will conclude on 1st April 2025. Key contact for this procurement at the University is Sally Shepherd (email: s.shepherd1@salford.ac.uk, telephone: 0161 295 5000). The equipment, to be delivered to Salford (postcode M5 4WT), is expected to cover the 175-3300 nm range and support repeated measurements of nanomaterials with high reproducibility.

This tender creates substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in scientific equipment, particularly those capable of providing sustainable and high-precision spectrophotometry solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) were considered suitable candidates for this procurement, making it an attractive opportunity for smaller firms to compete and expand their market presence. Businesses offering integrated solutions with preloaded software on supplied computers, and those with expertise in handling a range of sample types, stand to benefit significantly from such contracts. Agilent Technologies UK Ltd has successfully been awarded this contract, highlighting the stringent requirements for quality and reliability in this industry.

## Notice

We are currently looking to purchase a high performance Near Infrared UV-Vis spectrophotometer capable of covering the 175-3300 nm range. The device needs to be capable of repeated measurements of nanomaterials. The suitable device will need to have a high reproducibility of results and come with a computer/laptop that software can be loaded onto. UV-Vis spectrophotometer Supplied with PC and software loaded Capable of processing liquid and solid samples Capable of processing small volumes Both units demonstrable sustainability friendly

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cbb4fbf6-b162-4bdb-9528-0152edf3fbac |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Dec 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Dec 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Dec 2024 |
| Contract period | 3 Jan 2025 - 1 Apr 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £43,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £42,562 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD(THE) |
| Locality | SALFORD |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M5 4WT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD34 Greater Manchester South West |
| Local authority | Salford |
| Electoral ward | Ordsall |
| Westminster constituency | Salford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | AGILENT TECHNOLOGIES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38430000 - Detection and analysis apparatus

## Release History

- 20 Dec 2024 at 14:36 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cbb4fbf6-b162-4bdb-9528-0152edf3fbac
- 12 Dec 2024 at 11:11 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c0956c28-7bc5-4f35-94f1-1f964d98f8cb

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cbb4fbf6-b162-4bdb-9528-0152edf3fbac
  20th December 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c0956c28-7bc5-4f35-94f1-1f964d98f8cb
  12th December 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/8bf826a8-d86f-4ec2-9d94-22da20f5b030
  Please see attached documents.

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