---
title: "Tandem Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometer"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-069a55"
canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-069a55"
markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-069a55.md"
json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-069a55.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "NPL MANAGEMENT LIMITED"
published: "2026-07-15"
---

# Tandem Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometer

Buyer: NPL MANAGEMENT LIMITED  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-069a55

[View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-069a55)  
[Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-069a55.json)

## Summary

NPL Management Limited is undertaking a planning stage procurement process for the acquisition of a Tandem Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometer. This procurement is categorised under "Laboratory, optical and precision equipments" and is located in the United Kingdom, aiming to enhance trace element analysis capabilities. The procurement follows an open procedure, and the tender period is set to conclude on 28th September 2026, with an enquiry period ending on 15th September 2026. The gross estimated value of the contract is £284,400, suitable for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). The project is being led by NPL Management Limited, headquartered in Teddington, UK, which plans to engage with potential suppliers for this significant equipment acquisition.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses involved in supplying mass spectrometer technologies, particularly those equipped with advanced features such as collision/reaction cells and high matrix introduction capabilities. Suppliers with expertise in high-precision laboratory equipment, especially those that can provide innovative solutions for resolving isobaric interferences and nanoparticle characterisation, would find this procurement process beneficial. SMEs and VCSEs are encouraged to participate, offering potential growth through significant public sector engagement. The planning stage provides an ideal opportunity for suppliers to influence the procurement strategy and tailor their offerings to meet the requirements of this vital scientific equipment procurement.

## Notice

NPL is seeking engagement from suppliers of inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometer for trace element analysis, including: * collision/reaction cell for resolving isobaric interferences * four-channel cell gas control for a range of collision and reaction cell gases * two mass filter quadrupoles, both of which allow for +- 1 amu ion selection control pre- and post-cell * single particle ICP-MS for nanoparticle characterization * high matrix introduction for up to 25% total dissolved solids This is not an evaluation exercise and nothing in this activity will limit the opportunity to engage in any follow on ITT.

### Planning Information

Prior to initiating the procurement, NPL wishes to establish the level of market interest in the forthcoming procurement process.
Suitably qualified and experienced suppliers who may have an interest in this project are invited to register for this Preliminary Market Engagement.
The purpose of the market engagement is to help assess the reaction of the market, to understand risks and future possibilities to ensure a future proofed procurement strategy and resulting contract.
Any submission received in response to this exercise will not constitute any contractual agreement between the respondent and NPL. Nor does the receipt of a response automatically include the respondent in the procurement process.
A Tender Notice will be issued to the market which will provide details of how the relating procurement documentation can be accessed and timescales for submission of the said tender response.
Interested parties shall bear their own costs of participation in this Market Engagement of whatever nature. NPL shall not be liable for the costs, expenses or losses howsoever arising (including, without limitation, any loss of profit or other economic loss incurred), regardless of the outcome of the Market Engagement.
The next stage in the process will be considered once this exercise has been completed.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066677-2026 |
| Notice type | UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Sep 2026 |
| Future notice date | 1 Sep 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Oct 2026 - 31 Oct 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £237,000 |
| Lots value | £237,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NPL MANAGEMENT LIMITED |
| Locality | TEDDINGTON |
| Post town | Twickenham |
| Postcode | TW11 0LW |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI7 Outer London - West and North West |
| ITL 3 | TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames |
| Local authority | Richmond upon Thames |
| Electoral ward | Teddington |
| Westminster constituency | Twickenham |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

## Release History

- 15 Jul 2026 at 10:46 - Planning - UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066677-2026
- 15 May 2026 at 15:24 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045058-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066677-2026
  15th July 2026 - Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045058-2026
  15th May 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-069a55. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-069a55.json.