---
title: "Purchcase of AVIIIHD console"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06bd48"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06bd48.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE UNIVERSITY OF KENT"
published: "2026-06-25"
---

# Purchcase of AVIIIHD console

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF KENT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06bd48

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## Summary

The procurement process led by The University Of Kent involved the purchase of an AVIIIHD console for the replacement of a 400MHz model. This procurement, categorized under goods specifically for detection and analysis apparatus, took place in Canterbury, United Kingdom, with a total value of £59,349.60 including VAT. The procurement stage is complete with the award being given on 23rd June 2026, and the contract period set to run from 26th June 2026 to 25th July 2026. The procurement method used was direct and below threshold, executed without competition, ensuring a swift acquisition process.

This procurement presents minimal opportunity for competing businesses as it was conducted through a direct method without competition. However, businesses that supply specialized scientific and analytical equipment, like detection and analysis apparatus, should note that such procurements occur regularly in educational and research institutions. Suppliers capable of quick delivery and competitive pricing of similar goods could align themselves effectively with such buyers for future opportunities. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with a focus on high-tech and scientific instruments may find similar procurement paths advantageous for growth.

## Notice

Replacement 400MHz AVIIIHD console, PS59349.60 including vat

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059941-2026 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 25 Jun 2026 - 25 Jul 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £59,349 |
| 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 | THE UNIVERSITY OF KENT |
| Locality | CANTERBURY |
| Post town | Canterbury |
| Postcode | CT2 7NZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ44 East Kent |
| Local authority | Canterbury |
| Electoral ward | Blean Forest |
| Westminster constituency | Canterbury |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BRUKER |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38430000 - Detection and analysis apparatus

## Release History

- 25 Jun 2026 at 14:12 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059941-2026
- 25 Jun 2026 at 14:02 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059924-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059941-2026
  25th June 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059924-2026
  25th June 2026 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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