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title: "Isotope Ratio Mass Spectrometer"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-046dc9"
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# Isotope Ratio Mass Spectrometer

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EXETER  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-046dc9

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## Summary

The University of Exeter is seeking suppliers for an Isotope Ratio Mass Spectrometer through an open tender process. The procurement has a value of GBP 150,000. The tender deadline is on July 4, 2024. The instrument should be capable of analysing a wide range of environmental samples, focusing on stable isotopes of carbon, nitrogen, oxygen, and hydrogen. The University requires a solution with a minimum 12-month warranty and a two-year service and maintenance plan post-warranty.

This tender by the University of Exeter offers an opportunity for suppliers in the goods category to provide a state-of-the-art Isotope Ratio Mass Spectrometer. Businesses specialising in mass spectrometry equipment and services, particularly those experienced in environmental sample analysis, could find this tender ideal for expanding their portfolio. The procurement stage is currently active, with the University inviting electronic and written submissions until July 4, 2024, creating a window for eligible businesses to showcase their expertise and secure a valuable contract.

## 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.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

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.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017510-2024 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| 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 | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £150,000 |
| Lots value | £150,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| 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 16:19 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017510-2024

## Notice URLs

- http://www.exeter.ac.uk
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=82415&B=EXETER
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/53042

## Provenance

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