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title: "Isotope Ratio Mass Spectrometer"
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# Isotope Ratio Mass Spectrometer

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EXETER  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-fd7f45af-3e03-48e9-a061-c3a027fb5b58

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## Summary

The University of Exeter has issued a tender for an Isotope Ratio Mass Spectrometer, required by its geography department. The instrument must be capable of analysing a wide range of environmental samples for stable isotopes of carbon, nitrogen, oxygen, and hydrogen. The tender is currently in the active stage, with a procurement deadline set for the 4th of July, 2024. The contract period is expected to start on the 22nd of July, 2024, and end on the 31st of August, 2027. The procurement method is an open procedure, and the tender is categorised under goods in the Mass Spectrometer industry category. The delivery address is in the South West region of the United Kingdom.

This tender opportunity from the University of Exeter for an Isotope Ratio Mass Spectrometer is suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Businesses well-suited to compete include manufacturers or suppliers of mass spectrometry equipment. SMEs offering warranty and service maintenance plans could find this tender particularly attractive. The tender provides an opportunity for businesses to engage with academia and contribute to research in environmental and geological sciences through the supply of advanced analytical equipment.

## Notice

The geography department at the University of Exeter has a requirement for an Isotope-ratio mass spectrometer (IRMS), capable of analysing a wide range of environmental samples for stable isotopes of carbon, nitrogen, oxygen and hydrogen. The instrument needs to be able to work with samples containing very different concentrations and ratios of these key elements, and to be able to analyse both solid and aqueous samples. A particular focus is expected on the analysis of plant and soil samples, including extractions of dissolved organic and inorganic carbon from soils. The instrument should also be able to support paleo-environmental analysis of different materials and compounds. The solution should include a minimum of 12-months warranty, and a minimum of two-years' service and maintenance plan following the end of the warranty period. More information on our technical requirements are provided within the tender documents.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/44c7782d-c74b-4196-957e-1df30cdd91bd |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Jun 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Jul 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 21 Jul 2024 - 31 Aug 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF EXETER |
| Locality | EXETER |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX4 4QH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | Exeter |
| Electoral ward | Duryard and St James |
| Westminster constituency | Exeter |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38433100 - Mass spectrometer

## Release History

- 5 Jun 2024 at 17:37 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/44c7782d-c74b-4196-957e-1df30cdd91bd

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/44c7782d-c74b-4196-957e-1df30cdd91bd
  5th June 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=82415&B=EXETER
  Additional data
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/53042
  User / Company

## Notice URLs

- http://www.exeter.ac.uk

## Provenance

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