CEFAS25-135 Benchtop carbon analyser.

CEFAS

Published: Feb 2, 2026

Updated: Jun 17, 2026

Source: uk_contracts_finder

This tender has been awarded

Awarded to Elementar UK Ltd — £67,353

Browse open Information & Communication Technology tenders in United Kingdom

About This Opportunity

Award by CEFAS (United Kingdom, ICT & digital): CEFAS25-135 Benchtop carbon analyser. Awarded to Elementar UK Ltd (GBP 67K, Jan 2026).

This is a supplies contract in the information and communication technology sector. Located in United Kingdom, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of GBP 56,127.

Published through UK Contracts Finder, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for the supply of goods in the information and communication technology sector. Supply contracts typically require bidders to demonstrate product compliance with technical specifications, delivery capacity, and relevant certifications. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.

Description

1. Technical Requirement
1.1 The instrument must include an autosampler for automated sample handling.
1.2 Suppliers will provide evidence of the instrument's performance range, ideally using marine sediment samples to demonstrate suitability.
1.3 The analysis process will be efficient and cost-effective; please include supporting evidence of throughput and operational costs.
1.4 The instrument will be compatible with other equipment, such as an Isotopic Ratio Mass Spectrometer (IRMS), where possible.
1.5 The instrument must be capable of performing Total Inorganic Carbon (TIC), Total Organic Carbon (TOC), and Residual Oxidisable Carbon (ROC) analyses as a minimum.
1.6 The instrument's maximum dimensions must not exceed 800 mm (W) x 600 mm (D) x 1200 mm (H).
1.7 The instrument's maximum weight must not exceed 85 kg.
1.8 Suppliers must state all gases required for operation, such as nitrogen, oxygen, or synthetic air. There should be no requirement for helium gas.
1.9 The instrument should be supplied with reusable crucibles.

2. Environmental Considerations
2.1 Unit will have a low power consumption.
2.2 Unit will be designed for reuse/remanufacture and of regenerative nature to eliminate waste where possible.
2.3 Consideration of how packaging will be managed. Ideally at the time of installation the supplier will remove packaging and dispose of by ethical and environmentally friendly methods. Where possible, packaging is to be re-used or recycled.
2.4 Consideration of life cycle assessment for the equipment.

3. Hardware, Software, PC, Licenses, operating systems
3.1 The instrument software must be fully compatible with Windows 11.

4. Compatibility with existing hardware/software/equipment
4.1 The instrument will be compatible with the existing Windows 11 PC and Sartorius balance software.

5. Installation
5.1 The supplier must install the instrument and provide all necessary training, which should be included in the total quoted cost.

6. CPV: Gas-analysis apparatus (38432100). Procedure: Call-off from a framework agreement. Suitable for SMEs. Suitable for VCSEs

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from UK Contracts Finder and was originally published on February 2, 2026. Last refreshed 6 days ago. Reference: CF-0602000D8d000003VQwdEAG. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About CEFAS

CEFAS has issued 19 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 0 currently open and 19 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Information & Communication Technology, Environment & Climate, and Water & Sanitation. All notices are published for United Kingdom. Notices are distributed via UK Contracts Finder. Most recent publication: June 8, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

How much was the contract awarded for?

Elementar UK Ltd was awarded the contract for £67,353. The figure reflects the value disclosed by the contracting authority in the award notice.

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in United Kingdom. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

How can I submit a bid?

Visit UK Contracts Finder to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions. Quote reference CF-0602000D8d000003VQwdEAG when communicating with the contracting authority.

Is this tender still open?

No — the contract has already been awarded to Elementar UK Ltd. The award notice is archived on BidsFactory for transparency and market intelligence.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by CEFAS in United Kingdom. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Supplies contract in the Information & Communication Technology sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.