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27 Jul 2026 at 13:44

Summary of the contracting process

The UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) has completed a procurement process to award a contract for the provision of a benchtop flow cytometer system. This procurement falls under the industry category for cytometers and is part of the NEUPC framework, designated for Life Sciences equipment, materials, and services. The process utilised a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender phase concluded on 10th July 2026, with the contract period starting on 27th July and ending on 3rd August 2026. The total contract value is £78,841.75, and the delivery covers locations including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, the Isle of Man, the United Kingdom, and the Rest of the World. The award stage was confirmed with the contract being granted to Fisher Scientific UK as of 24th July 2026.

This procurement provides a significant opportunity for businesses operating in the Life Sciences sector, particularly those specialising in sophisticated laboratory equipment. By aligning with such frameworks, companies can leverage established procurement routes to secure contracts that cater to extensive geographic scopes, thereby enhancing their market presence. Ideal contenders for similar future tenders would be businesses that can deliver specialised equipment while managing the logistics of a broad delivery network. Additionally, firms already engaged with framework agreements might be better positioned to explore call-off opportunities like this one, fostering growth through strategic collaborations with high-profile entities such as UKRI.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

UKRI-6147 Benchtop Flow Cytometer

Notice Description

UKRI have awarded a contract to a supplier to provide a benchtop flow cytometer system. This call-off contract has been awarded under the NEUPC framework LAB2010 NE Life Sciences equipment, Materials and Services.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-8fb532c9-860e-4902-8ec3-d7b365703743
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a33b3ced-d315-4dbb-91cf-47ff9774f7cf
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

38434510 - Cytometers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£78,841 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£78,841 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
10 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
26 Jul 2026 - 3 Aug 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FL
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FISHER SCIENTIFIC

Further Information

Notice Documents

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