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title: "Mass Spectrometry and Chromatography Equipment"
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# Mass Spectrometry and Chromatography Equipment

Buyer: APUC LIMITED  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05d498

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## Summary

The contracted procurement process, led by APUC Limited, is currently active and seeks to engage suppliers for the provision of Mass Spectrometry and Chromatography Equipment, including servicing, maintenance, and repairs intended for the further and higher education sectors in the UK and Scotland. The open procedure under this tender involves a substantial framework agreement valued at GBP 160,000,000 and encompasses multiple lots, each dedicated to specific types of equipment, such as Liquid Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry Systems and Gas Chromatography Systems. This tender stage is set to end on 20th July 2026 with bid opening scheduled for the same day. The procurement focuses on goods within the CPV classification 38433100 - Mass spectrometer, and it is prepared to extend for an additional 24 months upon satisfactory supplier performance.

This tender represents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in analytical instrumentation, offering a broad scope for involvement due to the diverse equipment requirements and the potential for long-term engagement through framework agreements. Firms with expertise in advanced laboratory equipment, particularly those capable of providing comprehensive service and maintenance solutions, are well-positioned to benefit from this procurement opportunity. Additionally, there is emphasis on community benefits such as training opportunities and local supply chain development, creating avenues for collaboration, innovation, and sustainable growth for companies involved. This tender can form the basis for expanding market reach and enhancing brand presence within the educational and public sectors across the UK.

## Notice

The authority is seeking Contractor(s) for the supply of Mass Spectrometry and Chromatography Equipment including Associated Servicing, Maintenance and Repairs for the further and higher education sector and other public bodies in Scotland and the UK. This includes Full and Associate Members, and future members, and their associated and affiliated bodies of the UK higher and further education regional purchasing consortia : - APUC Ltd.(Advanced Procurement for Universities & Colleges): https://apuc-scot.ac.uk/membership/ - HEPCW (Higher Education Procurement Consortia Wales): https://www.hepcw.ac.uk/members/ - NEUPC (North Eastern Universities Purchasing Consortium): https://www.neupc.ac.uk/join/members/who-are-our-members - NWUPC (North Western Universities Purchasing Consortium): https://www.nwupc.ac.uk/members/ - LUPC (London Universities Purchasing Consortium): https://www.lupc.ac.uk/members/our-members/ - SUPC (Southern Universities Purchasing Consortium): https://www.supc.ac.uk/our-members/ Other participating bodies include: - NHS National (Scotland) Procurement and its members - Scotland Excel and its members - Scottish Government National Public Bodies - Scottish Environment Protection Agency - SEPA - Science and Advice for Scottish Agriculture - SASA - National Galleries of Scotland - Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh - National Records of Scotland - National Library of Scotland - Scottish Police Authority/Police Scotland.

### Lot Information

Liquid Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry Systems (LC/MS)

This Lot is intended for the supply of fully integrated liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (LC-MS) systems, supplied as a complete solution. This lot also includes less frequently purchased components, for example: matrix assisted laser desorption/ionisation (MALDI) and ion traps.

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 2 x 12 months subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institutions requirements.

Mass Spectrometry Systems

This Lot is intended for the supply of routine analytical mass spectrometry systems, capable of operating as a standalone detector, or integration with existing laboratory systems where required. For example, including, but not limited to stand alone mass spectrometers (MS); inductively coupled mass spectrometers (ICP-MS); isotope ratio mass spectrometers and other interfaces which are neither solely gas chromatography nor liquid chromatography.

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 2 x 12 months subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institutions requirements.

Liquid Chromatography Systems

This Lot is intended for the supply of Liquid Chromatography. For example, autosamplers, ovens, and associated units, Ultraviolet fluorescence and other detectors which are neither Gas Chromatography nor Mass Spectrometry.

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 2 x 12 months subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institutions requirements.

Gas Chromatography (GC) Systems

This Lot is intended for the supply of Gas Chromatography (GC) systems. Including, but not limited to: Flame Ionisation detector, Electron capture detector and other detectors which are not specifically Mass Spectrometers.

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 2 x 12 months subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institutions requirements.

Gas Chromatography - Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) Systems

This Lot is intended for the supply of Gas Chromatography with Mass Spectrometers (GC/MS). Including, but not limited to: Time of Flight (ToF); Quadropole (QMS); triple Quadropole (QQQ) and other Gas Chromatography/ Mass Spectrometry equipment.

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 2 x 12 months subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institutions requirements.

Gas Generator Systems

This Lot is intended for the supply of Gas generators, compressors, associated utilities. Including, but not limited to: For example, Hydrogen Generators; Helium Generators, Nitrogen Generators and any other associated generator equipment

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 2 x 12 months subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institutions' requirements.

Consumables & Accessories

This Lot is intended for the supply of Columns, stationary phases, standards, tubing, vials, etc. Any general consumables or accessories which are associated with any of the equipment included in any of the other lots in this Framework Agreement.

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 2 x 12 months subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institutions requirements.

Servicing, Maintenance and Repairs of Mass Spectrometry and Chromatography Equipment

Comprehensive or preventative maintenance of equipment included in lots 1-5 of this Framework Agreement which is out with its agreed warranty period including existing equipment located in institutions.

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 2 x 12 months subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institutions requirements.

Servicing, Maintenance and Repairs of Gas Generator Systems

Comprehensive or preventative maintenance of equipment included in lot 6 of this Framework Agreement which is out with its agreed warranty period including existing equipment located in institutions.

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 2 x 12 months subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institutions requirements.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060579-2026 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Jul 2026 |
| Future notice date | 8 Dec 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | May 2029 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £160,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| 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 | APUC LIMITED |
| Additional buyers | EUROPEAN UNION |
| Locality | STIRLING |
| Post town | Falkirk and Stirling |
| Postcode | FK8 2DZ |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM0 Eastern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM02 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling |
| Local authority | Stirling |
| Electoral ward | Stirling East |
| Westminster constituency | Stirling and Strathallan |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 31161800 - Parts of gas generators
- 38432200 - Chromatographs
- 38432210 - Gas chromatographs
- 38433000 - Spectrometers
- 38433100 - Mass spectrometer
- 42980000 - Gas generators

## Release History

- 29 Jun 2026 at 08:26 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060579-2026
- 12 Jun 2026 at 12:09 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055695-2026
- 27 Oct 2025 at 16:38 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068712-2025

## Notice URLs

- http://ucsp.ac.uk
- http://www.apuc-scot.ac.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000814047
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000832252
- https://apuc-scot.ac.uk/membership/
- https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/
- https://www.hepcw.ac.uk/members/
- https://www.lupc.ac.uk/members/our-members/
- https://www.neupc.ac.uk/join/members/who-are-our-members
- https://www.nwupc.ac.uk/members/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA10402
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://www.supc.ac.uk/our-members/

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