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    ContractsTransmission Electron Microscope with X-Ray Analysis System for Asbestos Testing
    Closed contract

    Transmission Electron Microscope with X-Ray Analysis System for Asbestos Testing

    Contract value
    £400k
    Closed 9 Oct 2026

    HSE seeks quotations for a Transmission Electron Microscope with Energy Dispersive X-Ray Spectroscopy system for asbestos analysis at their Buxton laboratory.

    🇬🇧United Kingdom· North WestPublished 29 Sept 2026· 1 month agoviaFind a Tender
    Contract value
    £400k
    Closed 9 Oct 2026
    Tender deadline passed on 9 Oct 2026.

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    4 fields
    • Contract value
      est.£400,000
      Pounds sterling
    • Tender closed
      9 Oct 2026
      1 month ago
    • Sector
      Research & Innovation
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    • Location
      🇬🇧United Kingdom
      North West

    Lifecycle

    Closed

    Tender closed on 9 Oct 2026. Awaiting award.

    29 Sept 2026Today9 Oct 2026

    Brief

    The Science, Engineering and Analysis Division (SEAD) of the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is seeking competitive quotations for a Transmission Electron Microscope (TEM) equipped with Energy Dispersive X-Ray Spectroscopy (EDS) capability. This equipment will be used for asbestos analysis and identification at the HSE Laboratory in Harpur Hill, Buxton SK17 9JN. The TEM-EDS system must be capable of performing detailed elemental analysis of asbestos fibers and particulates to support health and safety testing and regulatory compliance work. Suppliers should be prepared to provide technical specifications, pricing, delivery timelines, warranty terms, and ongoing support and maintenance options.

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    Publisher
    UK Cabinet Office
    Licence
    OGL v3.0
    Source
    find-tender.service.gov.uk
    Record ID
    ocds-h6vhtk-077bfd

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