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title: "X-ray Absorption/Emission Spectroscopy"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-029a25"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF WARWICK"
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# X-ray Absorption/Emission Spectroscopy

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF WARWICK  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-029a25

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## Summary

The University of Warwick is currently at the tender stage of a procurement process involving the acquisition of high-resolution X-ray absorption and emission spectroscopy equipment, classified under the goods category, specifically for X-ray devices. This process, initiated on 10 March 2021, has a bidding deadline set for 13 April 2021. The procurement method is open, allowing any interested suppliers to participate. The primary purpose of the equipment is to enhance capabilities in material synthesis/discovery and monitor redox reactions in lithium-ion batteries.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses involved in the manufacturing and supply of advanced scientific instruments, particularly those focusing on material science and battery technology. Companies with expertise in X-ray devices and relevant technologies would be well-positioned to compete for this contract, especially given the emphasis on high-resolution capabilities and the need for robust performance in laboratory settings. With an active engagement in this tendering process, suppliers can potentially establish lasting relationships with a prestigious educational institution.

## Notice

The University of Warwick has a requirement to purchase a high-resolution X-ray absorption fine structure (XAFS) and emission spectrometer capable of determining metal oxidation states and local coordination for optimizing material synthesis/discovery and to monitor redox reactions in coin cell and single-layer pouch cell Li-ion (and related) batteries during meaningful cycle rates i.e. up to C/3 rates. The University of Warwick is not a contracting authority for the purposes of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (as amended) and its procurement activities are not subject to the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 or the obligations under the European Public Procurement Directives, including the European Remedies Directive. Advertisement of any contract in the Official Journal of the European Union or Contracts Finder is at the sole discretion of the University and is undertaken on a voluntary basis with no implied obligation to comply with the procurement legislation

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The University of Warwick has a requirement to purchase a high-resolution X-ray absorption fine structure (XAFS) and emission spectrometer capable of determining metal oxidation states and local coordination for optimizing material synthesis/discovery and to monitor redox reactions in coin cell and single-layer pouch cell Li-ion (and related) batteries during meaningful cycle rates i.e. up to C/3 rates. In order to express interest in this opportunity please go to the University of Warwick In-Tend supplier portal (https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofwarwick).The University of Warwick is not a contracting authority for the purposes of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (as amended) and its procurement activities are not subject to the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 or the obligations under the European Public Procurement Directives, including the European Remedies Directive. Advertisement of any contract in the Official Journal of the European Union or Contracts Finder is at the sole discretion of the University and is undertaken on a voluntary basis with no implied obligation to comply with the procurement legislation

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014067-2021 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Jun 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Apr 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Jun 2021 |
| Contract period | 10 Mar 2021 - 13 Apr 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £268,398 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF WARWICK |
| Locality | COVENTRY |
| Post town | Coventry |
| Postcode | CV4 7EZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG33 Coventry |
| Local authority | Coventry |
| Electoral ward | Wainbody |
| Westminster constituency | Coventry South |
| Delivery location | TLG33 Coventry |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33111000 - X-ray devices

## Release History

- 21 Jun 2021 at 14:34 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014067-2021
- 10 Mar 2021 at 09:49 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004788-2021

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofwarwick
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofwarwick).The

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