Scope
Reference
UOE/2025/089/JU
Description
The aim of this instrument purchase is to acquire an LC-QQQ able to run a targeted PFAS method in potentially complex sample matrices. We require a user-friendly software platform and the right level of vender support to enable the end user to run samples and report complex data with the use of libraries and databases. We also require an LC-TOF capable of MRM with a DESI sample introduction system that can run a variety of environmental applications in potentially complex sample matrices. We require a user-friendly software platform and the right level of vender support to enable the end user to run samples and report complex data with the potential use of libraries and databases.
Total value (estimated)
- £1,175,000 excluding VAT
- £1,410,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 6 April 2026 to 6 April 2031
- 5 years, 1 day
Main procurement category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 38433100 - Mass spectrometer
- 38433000 - Spectrometers
Lot LOT-0001. Lot 1: LC QQQ
Description
Purchase of LC QQQ
Lot value (estimated)
- £337,500 excluding VAT
- £405,000 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot LOT-0002. Lot 2: LC QTOF
Description
Purchase of LC QTOF
Lot value (estimated)
- £337,500 excluding VAT
- £405,000 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot LOT-0003. Lot 3: DESI
Description
Purchase of DESI system
Lot value (estimated)
- £500,000 excluding VAT
- £600,000 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Participation
Particular suitability
Lot LOT-0001. Lot 1: LC QQQ
Lot LOT-0002. Lot 2: LC QTOF
Lot LOT-0003. Lot 3: DESI
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
16 January 2026, 12:00pm
Tender submission deadline
30 January 2026, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
16 February 2026
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Technical | Quality | 60% |
| Price | Price | 20% |
| Responsible Procurement | Quality | 20% |
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Contracting authority
University of Exeter
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PZYG-2396-XCRZ
Northcote House
Exeter
EX4 4QH
United Kingdom
Email: j.underhay@exeter.ac.uk
Website: https://www.exeter.ac.uk
Region: UKK43 - Devon CC
Organisation type: Public undertaking (commercial organisation subject to public authority oversight)