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General Laboratory Equipment - AWARD

CPI (CENTRE FOR PROCESS INNOVATION)

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08 Dec 2025 at 12:16

Summary of the contracting process

The recent procurement process by CPI (Centre for Process Innovation) focuses on the acquisition of general laboratory equipment to support their expansion in pharmaceutical drug product development. This contract, identified under the title "General Laboratory Equipment - AWARD," falls within the industry category of laboratory, optical and precision equipment. The process has reached the award stage, with the contract awarded on 5th December 2025 to North East Laboratory Supplies. The procurement is classified under the European CPV code 38000000. The contract period is set to commence on 8th December 2025 and conclude on 7th December 2026. The equipment will be delivered to multiple locations, including the United Kingdom and other regions abroad.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in supplying laboratory equipment, particularly those aiming to expand their operations in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors. While CPI did not prioritise SMEs or VCSEs in this procurement, companies with capability in precision instrumentation will find this a lucrative opportunity to engage with an established research entity. By securing contracts with high-profile organisations like CPI, suppliers can enhance their portfolio and market presence, potentially unlocking further opportunities within the broader pharmaceutical and research industries. The competitive nature signifies the need for quality and precision, positioning well-established suppliers favourably in this domain.

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Notice Title

General Laboratory Equipment - AWARD

Notice Description

As a result of significant market growth in advanced drug delivery, CPI is now creating additional laboratory space within an existing lab footprint to provide further support to our clients active in pharmaceutical drug product development. CPI require general laboratory equipment to ensure the Laboratory is fully operational.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-54685c49-b8c6-4a06-b300-967f3134644d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/22765e04-9e97-42d8-a3e7-5cec4a4ddea1
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)


CPV Codes

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£175,813 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
27 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
8 Dec 2025 - 7 Dec 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CPI (CENTRE FOR PROCESS INNOVATION)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
REDCAR
Postcode
TS10 4RF
Post Town
Cleveland
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC3 Tees Valley
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC32 South Teesside
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Redcar and Cleveland
Electoral Ward
Dormanstown
Westminster Constituency
Redcar

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NORTH EAST LABORATORY SUPPLIES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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