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Procurement of a Gas‑phase separation instrument
The university needs a gas-phase analytical system for separating and detecting complex organic compounds in liquid and solid samples. It must be supplied with ongoing technical support and maintenance.
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High Accuracy GPS equipment
Natural England needs a minimum of 2 high-accuracy GNSS devices with better than 10cm accuracy (1cm desirable) and subscription correction service capability. Equipment must run for a full day on batteries, either single or swappable.
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Microbiology Membrane Filtration System
Supply of a microbiology membrane filtration system for water testing. The system uses sterile single-use funnels with filters to capture bacteria from 100ml water samples onto agar plates for growth analysis.
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AFBI - Sustainable Livestock Systems – Supply and delivery of Multi-Gas Analysers
AFBI needs three multi-gas analysers for their respiration calorimeter chambers. Supply, delivery, installation, commissioning and support are included.
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Purchase of a Bioreactor and Autosampler
The University of Huddersfield wants to buy a laboratory-scale bioreactor system for microbial and mammalian cell culture work, with integrated control and data analysis workstations, plus an automated sampling system. Delivery, installation and commissioning required by end of June 2026.
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MTC for Planned Preventive Maintenance of Fire & Security
Planned preventive maintenance of fire alarms, intruder systems, access control, CCTV, panic alarms, radio fire alarms, fire suppression and VESDA systems across Dumfries and Galloway Council properties. This is a measured term contract.
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PURCH2720 Provision of Electron Beam Lithography Tool
University of Glasgow is seeking to purchase an electron beam lithography tool. The contract value and specific technical requirements are not detailed in this notice.
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RFQ 2025/61 - Supply, Installation Commissioning and Maintenance of a Particulate Matter PM10 and PM2.5 Analyser into Existing Air Quality Station
Supply, install, commission and maintain a PM10 and PM2.5 particulate matter analyser at an existing air quality station in Newry. The contract includes a one-year service and maintenance plan from commissioning.
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The Provision of Laboratory Consumables
Scottish Water is establishing a framework for multiple suppliers to provide laboratory consumables. The contract spans several lots covering glassware, pipettes, and related lab equipment.
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PURCH2859 Provision of Contract Agreement for the Purchase of an Ion Beam Etch Tool
University of Glasgow is purchasing an ion beam etch tool. The contract includes 12 months of warranty with an optional 5-year extension.
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Atmospheric Monitoring Devices – NHS Resilience Emergency Capabilities Unit
London Ambulance Service NHS Trust is establishing a three-year framework to supply gas detection devices for emergency response personnel. The contract covers portable single-gas detectors, portable multi-gas detectors, and area monitors, with servicing, maintenance, calibration and software included.
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Supply, installation, and commissioning of Liquid Scintillation Counters
UKAEA's Health Physics Laboratory needs three new Liquid Scintillation Counters to replace end-of-life equipment used for tritium analysis from the Culham site. The contract covers supply, installation, commissioning, and training.
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Dipwell Loggers
Natural England needs data loggers to measure temperature and water level in dipwells across semi-natural habitats. Equipment must work at depths up to 2 metres.
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School of Physics & Astronomy: UV Nanoimprint Lithography System
The University of St Andrews School of Physics & Astronomy is purchasing a UV nanoimprint lithography system capable of replicating sub-micron structures in photoresists and organic semiconductors, with alignment capability for both stamps and masks.
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The Supply of Nutrient Analysers
Scottish Water needs 2 nutrient analysers for their lab, including the equipment, servicing and consumables for the contract period.
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ITT for a Cryo Free Dilution Refrigerator
Lancaster University is seeking tenders for the supply, delivery and installation of a cryo-free dilution refrigerator for laboratory use.
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25 mm Vacuum Insulated Control Valve
HSE needs a 25 mm vacuum-insulated control valve for liquid hydrogen service at cryogenic temperatures (20 K minimum). The valve must have continuous 0–100% analogue control, ATEX Zone 1 rating, and bayonet connections, rated to 22 barg.
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80 mm Vacuum Insulated Control Valve
HSE needs a specialist 80 mm vacuum-insulated control valve for liquid hydrogen service (down to 20 K) with pneumatic actuation and ATEX Zone 1 compliance. Delivery required before August 2026 for their Buxton test site.
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3015 Multiaxial Axial-Torsional Fatigue Testing System
Nottingham Trent University needs an electromechanical axial-torsional fatigue testing system for combined static and dynamic loading tests. The system must allow simultaneous and independent control of axial and torsional forces.
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DLSITT1055 - M1 and M2 Collimating Mirror System for Beamline I20 for Diamond Light Source
Design, manufacture, assembly, delivery and installation of two cooled, high-power mirror systems (M1 and M2) for the I20-Scanning beamline at Diamond Light Source. The mirrors include mechanics with benders and anti-sag, cooling arrangements, temperature monitoring, and mechanical interlocking with electronic feedback.
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T107 Supply, Delivery and Maintenance of ISCO Proprietary Equipment and Spare Parts
Northern Ireland Water needs supply, delivery, installation, repair and maintenance of ISCO proprietary monitoring equipment and spare parts at their premises, plus off-site workshop repairs.
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Smoke Ventilation Maintenance Services
Ulster University needs a contractor to maintain and repair smoke ventilation systems across all its premises, ensuring they remain compliant and operational. Work is ongoing as-and-when required.
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Supply of Night Vision Monoculars Echo White Phosphor
The Ministry of Defence is recruiting multiple suppliers to a framework for providing Night Vision Monoculars Echo White Phosphor through the Unite Procurement Platform. Suppliers can express interest by the deadline or apply on a rolling basis thereafter.
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Gaseous Hydrogen Pressure Reduction Station
HSE needs a bespoke gaseous hydrogen pressure reduction station to step down supply from 500 barg to a controlled outlet of up to 100 barg at 20–400 g/s flow rate. The system must be fully instrumented with ATEX-rated pressure, temperature and mass flow sensors outputting analogue signals, built from stainless 316L pipework and fitted with appropriate flanges for their hydrogen test programme.
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VCA0012 - Vehicle Emissions Testing 2026
The Vehicle Certification Agency needs light-duty vehicle emissions testing under the New In-Service Conformity methodology, complying with GB Regulation 2017/1151 and UN Regulation 83.08. The contract covers testing services to verify vehicle compliance with emissions standards.