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Next Generation Sequencer

ASTON UNIVERSITY

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11 Feb 2026 at 09:26

Summary of the contracting process

Aston University, located in Birmingham, is seeking a supplier for its recent procurement titled "Next Generation Sequencer" within the field of installation services for laboratory equipment. The procurement, undertaken through a selective process as a call-off from a framework agreement, falls under the 'services' category and involves the delivery to postal code B4 7ET, England. The contract, valued at £282,662.40, was officially awarded on 12th January 2026, with the contract period set to begin on 31st March 2026, ending on 30th March 2031. The project aims to enhance the genomics infrastructure of the university, particularly supporting the teaching of medical and biological sciences.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for large businesses specialising in laboratory equipment, specifically those with capabilities in high-tech installations. While not explicitly aimed at SMEs or VCSEs, companies with expertise in bioinformatics and genomic medicine can leverage this project to establish or expand relationships within the academia sector, particularly with a reputable institution like Aston University. This could lead to further business growth opportunities as the education sector continues to evolve with technology advancements. Businesses positioned to offer state-of-the-art laboratory equipment and related services will find this tender to be a promising avenue for expansion.

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Notice Title

Next Generation Sequencer

Notice Description

Aston University, College of Health and Life Sciences, School of Medicine, Pharmacy and Biosciences was seeking quotations for the supply, installation, and commissioning of a next generation sequencer to support the teaching of medical and biological sciences (including the Masters in Bioinformatics and Genomic Medicine Programme) at Aston University. The new instrument will form an integral part of the genomics infrastructure at Aston University and will offer the next generation of students access to state-of-the-art equipment as part of their programmes.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6e005127-d95f-49ef-b05e-2c13997d7149
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f1a2a8d9-f2c2-4525-bf9c-e96571bc0f36
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

51 - Installation services (except software)


CPV Codes

51430000 - Installation services of laboratory equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£282,662 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£282,662 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
15 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
30 Mar 2026 - 30 Mar 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ASTON UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B4 7ET
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Nechells
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LLUMINA CAMBRIDGE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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