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    ContractsTime-of-Flight Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometer Supply and Installation
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    Time-of-Flight Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometer Supply and Installation

    University of Plymouth seeks supplier to deliver and support a Time-of-Flight Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometer with single particle and cell analysis capabilities for frontier environmental research, subject to grant funding confirmation.

    🇬🇧United Kingdom· South WestPublished 9 Nov 2026· 4 days agoviaFind a Tender

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    9 November 2026
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    The University of Plymouth is seeking qualified suppliers to provide, install, commission and support a Time-of-Flight Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometer (TOF-ICP-MS) system for environmental and analytical research. The instrument must offer single particle and single cell analytical capabilities with detection limits at parts-per-billion (ppb) concentrations and particle size detection around 15 nm. It must enable simultaneous multi-element and isotopic analysis for complex environmental samples. The complete solution must include an autosampler, desolvation system, and specialist software for instrument control, data acquisition and analysis, with reporting capabilities for particle mass, size and number concentration. The successful supplier will deliver the system, manage installation and commissioning, provide performance verification, and deliver comprehensive training to PhD-level researchers and technical staff. A warranty package and 2-3 years of service and maintenance support are required. Suppliers must coordinate any necessary laboratory modifications and infrastructure works, and provide detailed information on facility requirements, utility needs, environmental considerations and health and safety hazards (including plasma generation, magnetic field exposure, ventilation requirements and precautions for personnel with medical implants such as pacemakers). This procurement is contingent upon successful UKRI Research Infrastructure Renewal Fund grant award.

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