XRF Instrument · UK public procurement notice

CPV: Diagnostic X-ray system · X-ray devices · X-ray fluoroscopy devices · X-ray inspection equipment · X-ray microanalysers

Procedure method

Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition

Legal basis

CELEX · 32014L0024 Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (Directive 2014/24/EU)

Procurement category

Goods

Notice status

Awarded without competition

Procurement threshold

Unspecified in notice

Regulatory regime

Standard

Commercial structure

Stand-alone contract (no framework)

Competition type

Direct award (no call for competition)

GPA / WTO covered

Unspecified in notice

Recurring procurement

Unspecified in notice

First published

5 Feb 2025, 15:46 GMT

Last source update

5 Feb 2025, 15:46 GMT

Authority reference

KS/UOP/XRF_Instrument/072/25

FTS notice number

2025/S 000-003851

Classification (CPV)

Diagnostic X-ray systemX-ray devicesX-ray fluoroscopy devicesX-ray inspection equipmentX-ray microanalysers

Delivery area

South West (UKK41)

Official registry OCID

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Why no open competition

The procurement falls outside the scope of application of the directive

Published justification

This notice acknowledges that the University of Plymouth (UoP) proposes to award Malvern

Panalytical a contract to procure and install a Zetium X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF) instrument for highprecision, non-destructive analysis of solids and powders. The justification for this direct award is

based on the following key factors:

• The system was deemed the most advanced in terms of precision elemental analysis,

particularly for mineral and materials characterisation, as well as novel carbon capture

detection, which is not available in competing models.

• Seamless integration with existing infrastructure and training protocols:

o The Zetium requires minimal training for current users due to compatibility with the

university’s existing Malvern Panalytical XRF system, ensuring research continuity.

o The system will be installed in the existing facility without any major infrastructure

modifications, reducing costs and installation time.

• The Zentium will allow UoP to upcycle non-consumable components from its existing system,

including:

o Software & operating system

o Sample cups and chiller

o Compatibility with existing Certified Reference Materials (CRMs) and calibration

standards

This reduces waste, lowers overall environmental impact, and ensures cost-effectiveness.

Publisher note: This notice acknowledges that the University of Plymouth (UoP) proposes to award Malvern Panalytical a contract to procure and install a Zetium X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF) instrument for highprecision, non-destructive analysis of solids and powders. The justification for this direct award is based on the following key factors: • The system was deemed the most advanced in terms of precision elemental analysis, particularly for mineral and materials characterisation, as well as novel carbon capture detection, which is not available in competing models. • Seamless integration with existing infrastructure and training protocols: o The Zetium requires minimal training for current users due to compatibility with the university’s existing Malvern Panalytical XRF system, ensuring research continuity. o The system will be installed in the existing facility without any major infrastructure modifications, reducing costs and installation time. • The Zentium will allow UoP to upcycle non-consumable components from its existing system, including: o Software & operating system o Sample cups and chiller o Compatibility with existing Certified Reference Materials (CRMs) and calibration standards This reduces waste, lowers overall environmental impact, and ensures cost-effectiveness.

• Malvern Panalytical LtdAwarded supplier Malvern, West Midlands

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