Buyer Name: The National Archives
Buyer Address: Kew, Richmond, UKI75, TW9 4DU, United Kingdom
Contact Email: procurement@nationalarchives.gov.uk
PURCHASE OF MACRO X-RAY FLUORESCENCE (MA-XRF) SYSTEM
Buyer Contact Info
Status
complete
complete
Procedure
open
open
Value
168678.0 GBP
168678.0 GBP
Published
06 Nov 2025, 10:35
06 Nov 2025, 10:35
Deadline
n/a
n/a
Contract Start
01 Dec 2025, 00:00
01 Dec 2025, 00:00
Contract End
31 Mar 2026, 22:59
31 Mar 2026, 22:59
Category
n/a
n/a
CPV
38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
Region
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n/a
Awarded To
BLUESCIENTIFIC LIMITED
BLUESCIENTIFIC LIMITED
Official Source
Open Find a Tender
Open Find a Tender
Description
The purpose of this Procurement Exercise is for: An energy dispersive X-ray fluorescence spectrometer for reliable non-contact and non-destructive elemental analysis and mapping of heritage materials, with warranty as detailed in Section 3. The system should also function as a hand-held instrument and possess robust imaging capabilities, enabling comprehensive analysis and precise examination of materials. The product(s) must come with user friendly software for measurement and data analysis (including all required licences, for up to 5 users) to control the system, to produce and manipulate images, and to analyse the data. The Appointed Supplier must also: deliver, set up, calibrate and test the system and software; provide training to TNA staff in the use of the MA-XRF system and software within 2 months of delivery; provide technical and/or remote support to TNA staff in the use of the MA-XRF and software for at least 5 years after delivery; provide software upgrades for at least 3 years after purchase.
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Opportunity Context
Lots
Lot 1 Status: complete
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