Summary
Machine-generated summaryNPL (the UK National Physical Laboratory) is seeking engagement from suppliers of a tandem inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometer (ICP-MS) for trace element analysis. The system should include a collision/reaction cell for resolving isobaric interferences, four-channel cell gas control, two mass filter quadrupoles allowing ± 1 amu ion selection control pre- and post-cell, single particle ICP-MS capability for nanoparticle characterisation, and high matrix introduction for up to 25% total dissolved solids. This is a market engagement exercise, not an evaluation, and it does not limit participation in any follow-on invitation to tender. Suppliers of such instruments may respond.
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Upcoming - Now: Open
- Estimated value
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€278,120 - Now: €276,127 -1%
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September 28, 2026, 16:00 - Now: October 15, 2026, 16:00 17 days later
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Source: Find a Tender Service (UK Cabinet Office / Crown Commercial Service)
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Market
Laboratory & precision equipment in United Kingdom
- median open notice
- €225,500
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Many suppliersUnited Kingdom · Laboratory & precision equipment
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The buyer in figures
NPL Management Limited
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- of the awards went to the three most frequent winners
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Based on 50 awards with a named winner over the last 3 years. Counted by award, not by value, because lot and framework amounts are not comparable. Concentrated means the three most frequent winners took 65% or more of the awards; many suppliers, under 35% with at least ten different winners.
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