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title: "25-035 X-ray diffraction instrument RCI Funded"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06954d"
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# 25-035 X-ray diffraction instrument RCI Funded

Buyer: LONDON SOUTH BANK UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06954d

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## Summary

The procurement process facilitated by London South Bank University involved the acquisition of an X-ray diffraction instrument, as part of an interdisciplinary research initiative supported by RCI funding. This procurement falls under the category of goods, specifically for research, testing, and scientific technical equipment. The process, labelled under tender ID "25-035," was conducted through a limited procurement method, which is below the threshold with limited competition. The contract, valued at £178,500, was awarded to Malvern Panalytical Limited, a large-scale supplier, and commenced on 8th May 2026, with a completion date set for 7th May 2029. The procurement supports multiple regions across the United Kingdom including UKC, UKD, UKE, UKF, UKG, UKH, UKI, UKJ, and UKK.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in the provision of advanced scientific instruments and equipment. Enterprises engaged in manufacturing and supplying high-quality X-ray diffraction systems and related scientific apparatus will find themselves well-positioned to benefit from similar procurement initiatives. Companies that can demonstrate a strong technical capability and a comprehensive understanding of the scientific research domain, particularly those equipped to deliver across a broad geographical reach, will be favourably suited to compete in such tenders. Engaging in this contract not only enhances business presence in the research and academic sector but also establishes credibility and opens doors for future contracts within the public sector.

## Notice

Capital asset. A X-ray diffraction (XRD) system. To support interdisciplinary research and enrich the student experience.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042828-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - limited competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 7 May 2026 - 7 May 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £178,500 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | LONDON SOUTH BANK UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South East London |
| Postcode | SE1 0AA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark |
| Local authority | Southwark |
| Electoral ward | St George's |
| Westminster constituency | Bermondsey and Old Southwark |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MALVERN PANALYTICAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38970000 - Research, testing and scientific technical simulator

## Release History

- 11 May 2026 at 08:58 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042828-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042828-2026
  11th May 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-15958
  No contract issued. Supplier accepted out Ts & Cs for goods

## Notice URLs

- http://www.malvernpanalytical.com
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.lsbu.ac.uk/

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