--- title: "Mass Spectrometry and Chromatography Equipment" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000814047" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000814047" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000814047.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000814047.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "APUC LIMITED" published: "2026-06-29" --- # Mass Spectrometry and Chromatography Equipment Buyer: APUC LIMITED Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000814047 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000814047) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000814047.json) ## Summary APUC Limited is overseeing a public procurement process for the supply of Mass Spectrometry and Chromatography Equipment, including associated services such as maintenance and repairs for the further and higher education sector and various public bodies throughout Scotland and the UK. This open procedure aims to engage contractors to provide these goods, with specific attention to servicing universities and colleges across several purchasing consortia. The procurement is currently in the tender update stage, with key deadlines amended due to the tender's complexity and the impact of the school holiday season. The submission deadline has been extended to 24th July 2026, with the subsequent opening of tenders occurring on the same day. The procurement category focuses on goods, with an overall estimated contract value of £160 million GBP and delivery expected throughout multiple UK regions. This tender represents a significant business growth opportunity, particularly for companies specialising in laboratory equipment, mass spectrometry, and chromatography systems. Suppliers experienced in delivering end-to-end solutions, including the supply of complex scientific equipment and after-sales service, can benefit from this framework agreement, which may extend up to additional periods based on contractual performance and institutional needs. Due to the vast network of consortia and regional bodies involved, businesses capable of managing large-scale supply chains and those interested in innovations within the technology space will find this tender particularly aligns with their operational strengths. Eligible companies must demonstrate robust supply chain management practices and meet specified insurance requirements to compete effectively. ## 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 | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN558939 | | Notice type | OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum | | 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 | | 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 00:00 - TenderUpdate - OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN558939 - 12 Jun 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557901 - 27 Oct 2025 at 00:00 - Planning - OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT542171 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT542171 Mass Spectrometry and Chromatography Equipment - The authority is seeking Contractor(s) for the provision of Mass Spectrometry and Chromatography Equipment for the Further and Higher education sector in the UK. - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557901 Mass Spectrometry and Chromatography Equipment - 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. ## Notice URLs - http:// - 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://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.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - https://www.supc.ac.uk/our-members/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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