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title: "Purchase of X-Ray Flourescence (XRF) Spectrometer"
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# Purchase of X-Ray Flourescence (XRF) Spectrometer

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-fd1b4cfd-b690-48e2-b111-f39972345036

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence has awarded a contract for the purchase of an X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF) Spectrometer, classified under the X-ray microanalysers category. The procurement method utilised an open procedure above the threshold and has now reached the award stage. This contract, valued at £70,974, commenced on 31 March 2025 and will run until 31 December 2029. The XRF Spectrometer will be delivered to Portsmouth in the South East region of the United Kingdom, alongside other key dates such as the tender period end date observed on 28 February 2025.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the supply of sophisticated analytical instruments. Particularly, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in high-quality technological equipment can find growth potential through similar government contracts. The open procurement method suggests an accessible opportunity for businesses that meet the necessary technical and delivery criteria, offering an avenue to diversify and expand their market reach. SciMed, a large supplier, has been selected for this contract, highlighting the potential benefits for established companies with capabilities in delivering complex goods to defence organisations.

## Notice

Purchase Contract of X-Ray Flourescence (XRF) Spectrometer

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a2c7ca32-28e0-4d67-ac55-d2e91eb29c9a |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Mar 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Feb 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | 30 Mar 2025 - 31 Dec 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £70,974 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £70,974 |
| 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 | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | PORTSMOUTH |
| Post town | Portsmouth |
| Postcode | PO2 8BY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ31 Portsmouth |
| Local authority | Portsmouth |
| Electoral ward | Nelson |
| Westminster constituency | Portsmouth North |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38947000 - X-ray microanalysers

## Release History

- 10 Mar 2025 at 14:29 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a2c7ca32-28e0-4d67-ac55-d2e91eb29c9a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a2c7ca32-28e0-4d67-ac55-d2e91eb29c9a
  10th March 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b930b50d-b976-42cd-8883-05cda1260385
  n/a

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