---
title: "Supply of an Ion Chromatography instrument for the analysis of carbohydrates and organic acids"
ocid: "ocds-kuma6s-120342"
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source: "Sell2Wales"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH WALES"
published: "2022-05-10"
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# Supply of an Ion Chromatography instrument for the analysis of carbohydrates and organic acids

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH WALES  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-kuma6s-120342

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## Summary

The University of South Wales is currently at the award stage of a procurement process to acquire an Ion Chromatography instrument intended for the analysis of carbohydrates and organic acids. This process is classified under the goods category, specifically involving laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. The procurement project is situated in Pontypridd, South Wales, with significant activity taking place around May 2022. The contract was signed on 10th May 2022, following a comprehensive tender process that began with submission deadlines for interested suppliers set for 22nd April 2022.

This procurement opportunity is ideal for businesses specialising in the manufacturing and provision of laboratory equipment, particularly those with experience in designing Ion Chromatography systems and delivering post-sales support. Companies that can demonstrate a solid track record in delivering similar instruments and have the capacity to meet detailed specifications are well-positioned to thrive in this competitive environment. Engaging in this tender can significantly enhance a supplier's portfolio and foster relationships within the academic sector, potentially leading to more collaborative opportunities in the future.

## Notice

The University of South Wales (USW) is undertaking a collaborative research and development project aimed at improving industrial resource efficiency.The University wishes to procure an Ion Chromatography (IC) instrument for the analysis of carbohydrates and organic acids. The system(s) should comprise of all of the components required to operate the instrument for this intended purpose and is expected to include at least; an automatic sampling machine, equipment for eluent and regenerant storage and supply, columns for carbohydrate and organic acid chromatography, conductivity detectors and detector signal data processing and data storage equipment, e.g. Microsoft compatible computer or equivalent.The complete system will be deployed to University of South Wales laboratories in the South Wales (UK) and should be suitable for installation on a typical laboratory bench with typical electrical and other services.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Sell2Wales |
| Latest notice | https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=120342 |
| Notice type | S2W Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 May 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Apr 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 May 2022 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH WALES |
| Locality | PONTYPRIDD |
| Post town | Cardiff |
| Postcode | CF37 1DL |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL51 Central Valleys and Bridgend |
| Local authority | Rhondda Cynon Taf |
| Electoral ward | Treforest |
| Westminster constituency | Pontypridd |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 38300000 - Measuring instruments
- 38500000 - Checking and testing apparatus
- 38540000 - Machines and apparatus for testing and measuring

## Release History

- 10 May 2022 at 08:38 - Award - S2W Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=120342
- 6 Apr 2022 at 14:38 - Tender - S2W Notice - Website Invitation to Tender Notice - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=120342

## Documents

- https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Notice/Download/DocumentDownload.aspx?id=APR394248&idx=1
  6th April 2022 - ITT specification
- https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Notice/Download/DocumentDownload.aspx?id=APR394248&idx=2
  6th April 2022 - Evaluation criteria
- https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Notice/Download/DocumentDownload.aspx?id=APR394248&idx=3
  6th April 2022 - Terms & Conditions

## Notice URLs

- https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx

## Provenance

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