---
title: "Benchtop cabinet X-ray irradiation system"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-058cdb"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD"
published: "2025-09-15"
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# Benchtop cabinet X-ray irradiation system

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-058cdb

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## Summary

The University of Salford, a sub-central government public authority, recently completed a procurement process for a benchtop cabinet X-ray irradiation system. The procurement was conducted using an open method, below the threshold for open competition. Located in Salford, UK, the University sought a system capable of safe and efficient irradiation of cell cultures within laboratory settings. The procurement process, which began with a tender notice published on 22 August 2025 and closed for bids on 5 September 2025, moved to the award stage, which was finalised on 15 September 2025. The contract, valued at £59,500 excluding VAT, was awarded to RPS Service Ltd, a large supplier based in Byfleet. The contract period spans from 22 September to 22 December 2025.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in medical equipment, particularly those that provide X-ray devices. Companies with expertise in developing user-friendly, compliant, and technologically advanced lab equipment could benefit by participating in such tenders. The open procurement process indicates a fair competition framework, welcoming small to medium-sized enterprises with the capability to offer such specialised systems. Engaging with tenders like these can help businesses expand into the university and research sector, gaining valuable exposure and tapping into a steady demand for laboratory equipment.

## Notice

We require a benchtop cabinet X-ray irradiation system for continuous and controlled irradiation of cell cultures. The unit should be safe and cost-effective. It must be fully shielded for safe installation directly within a standard laboratory, without requiring additional infrastructure modifications.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056698-2025 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Sep 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | 21 Sep 2025 - 22 Dec 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £99,000 |
| Lots value | £99,000 |
| Awards value | £59,500 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD |
| 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 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | RPS SERVICE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33111000 - X-ray devices

## Release History

- 15 Sep 2025 at 15:22 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056698-2025
- 22 Aug 2025 at 11:57 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050874-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056698-2025
  15th September 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050874-2025
  22nd August 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/salford/aspx/Home
  Full tender documentation can be accessed via InTend. All tender queries must be made via InTend.

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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