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CEFAS26-118 Laser Diffraction Particle Size and Image Particle Shape Analyser

CENTRE FOR ENVIRONMENT, FISHERIES AND AQUACULTURE SCIENCE(buyer)

Published
Published 11 November 2026
Deadline
Deadline: 7 December 2026 (25 days left)
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Overview

The Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science is procuring the supply, delivery, installation, and commissioning of a laser diffraction particle size analyser and an image-based particle shape analyser, both utilising wet dispersion. The contract also encompasses perpetual software licences, essential accessories, user and routine-maintenance training, and associated maintenance support. The procurement is currently active with an estimated value of £66,666.67 and a submission deadline of 7 December 2026.

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Country
United Kingdom
Status
Open for bids
Category
Goods
Estimated value
£66,667
Procedure
Below threshold - open competition
Rules
Procurement Act 2023
SME suitable
Yes
Published
11 November 2026
Questions by
2 December 2026
Deadline
7 December 2026
Classification (CPV)
Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

Competition and scoring criteria

Expected competition

2

Median bids on comparable tenders

Open and restricted tenders in Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) drew a median of 2 bids over the last 24 months; 33% received only one.

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Price 20% · Quality 80%

  • Quality70%
  • Pricing20%
  • Social Value10%

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Market context

Typical award in Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

£74,712

Median of 2,399 awards in the last 24 months

CENTRE FOR ENVIRONMENT, FISHERIES AND AQUACULTURE SCIENCE in the last 12 months

92

contracts awarded, worth £8,432,113 in total

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  1. Contract Notice

    11 November 2026

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