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CA16214 - Provision of Food Science Laboratory Equipment (Four Lots)

DN COLLEGES GROUP

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03 Oct 2025 at 10:39

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18 Jul 2025 at 14:33

Summary of the contracting process

DN Colleges Group, located in Doncaster, England, has successfully completed the procurement process for the provision of food science laboratory equipment under the title "CA16214 - Provision of Food Science Laboratory Equipment (Four Lots)." This tender is part of the strategic initiative involving investments in skills, innovation, and infrastructure within the food and agri-tech sectors, in collaboration with the UK Food Valley initiative and the Greater Lincolnshire LEP. The procurement, classified under laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, was conducted via an open procedure with the tender window closing on 26th August 2025. The contract, valued at £42,961.96, is awarded to Thermo Fisher Scientific and spans from 1st December 2025 to 30th November 2028, covering deliveries across various regions, including the UK and globally.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses specializing in laboratory equipment to engage in a high-profile partnership aimed at positioning Greater Lincolnshire as a leader in sustainable food production. The procurement, divided into four lots—Chemistry Equipment, Dairy Equipment, Cell Culture Equipment, and Specialist Equipment—provides diverse opportunities for suppliers with expertise in these areas. SMEs are particularly encouraged to participate, leveraging the open procurement method to promote competitive bidding and innovative solutions in the agri-food industry. Businesses in laboratory equipment production and supply can significantly grow by contributing to the enhancement of skills and infrastructure outlined by the DN Colleges Group initiative.

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Notice Title

CA16214 - Provision of Food Science Laboratory Equipment (Four Lots)

Notice Description

DN Colleges Group (DNCG) has successfully secured targeted capital investment to deliver a strategic initiative focused on enhancing skills, innovation, and infrastructure across the food and agri-tech sectors. This investment forms part of a broader partnership between DNCG, the UK Food Valley initiative, and the Greater Lincolnshire Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP). The UK Food Valley aims to position Greater Lincolnshire as a global leader in sustainable food production, agricultural innovation, and integrated supply chains. The region is already home to a nationally significant food manufacturing base, and this programme builds on those existing strengths to unlock further growth, inward investment, and workforce development. As part of this regional initiative, DNCG is developing a new suite of higher education programmes in Food Science, designed to equip learners with the technical knowledge and applied skills required to secure high-quality employment within the agri-food i Includes Lots: Lot 1: Lot 1 - Chemistry Equipment Lot 2: Lot 2 - Dairy Equipment Lot 3: Lot 3 - Cell Culture Equipment Lot 4: Lot 4 - Specialist Equipment To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA16214. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA16214 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-78e9144e-024b-4b52-96d3-b27a650a0830
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0b6a5f88-31d7-4574-b55f-99aa139023fb
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
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
£42,961 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
26 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
1 Dec 2025 - 30 Nov 2028 3-4 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
DN COLLEGES GROUP
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DONCASTER
Postcode
DN1 2RF
Post Town
Doncaster
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE35 Doncaster
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Doncaster
Electoral Ward
Town
Westminster Constituency
Doncaster Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THERMO FISHER SCIENTIFIC

Further Information

Notice Documents

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