Supply, installation, and maintenance of an Ion Mobility Mass Spectrometer for the Faculty of Science of Utrecht University

This announcement pertains to a "Voluntary Ex Ante Transparency Notice" from Utrecht University. The university intends to directly award a contract for the supply, installation, and maintenance of an Ion Mobility Mass Spectrometer to Waters Chromatography B.V., located at Emmerblok 26, 4751 XE Oud-Gastel, registered with the Chamber of Commerce under number 20073836. This state-of-the-art equipment is intended for research purposes within the Faculty of Science at Utrecht University. The estimated value of the contract for the initial fixed term is €661,157.02, excluding VAT. This amount includes the provision of maintenance services. The direct award is being made under the premise of voluntary prior transparency, indicating a specific justification for this procurement method. The Ion Mobility Mass Spectrometer is a critical piece of analytical instrumentation, likely to support advanced scientific investigations in areas such as chemistry, biology, or environmental science, aligning with the research focus of the Faculty of Science. The contract scope encompasses not only the initial delivery and setup of the instrument but also ongoing support and upkeep to ensure its optimal performance throughout the contract period. This procurement underscores Utrecht University's commitment to equipping its researchers with cutting-edge technology to foster innovation and scientific discovery.

This is a supplies contract in the Research sector, with a focus on Innovation. Located in Netherlands, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of EUR 661,157.

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