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GB-Newcastle Upon Tyne: E25/0005 - Ellison Labs Equipment_Batch 3

BIP SOLUTIONS LIMITED

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26 Mar 2026 at 13:35

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Summary of the contracting process

Northumbria University has recently completed a procurement process for the supply, delivery, and installation of specialised scientific equipment for its new laboratories, designed to enhance research capabilities across various scientific disciplines. The contract, valued at £176,318.63, was awarded to multiple suppliers including Wolf Laboratories Limited, Nikon Metrology UK Limited, and SciQuip Limited, and covers laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, as well as industrial or laboratory furnaces, incinerators, and ovens. This tender, initiated under an open procedure below threshold, falls between the tender and award stages, with the award notice published on 26th March 2026. The contract period commenced on 1st March 2026 and is scheduled to conclude by 30th June 2026, focusing on operations in the North East region of the United Kingdom.

This procurement invites business growth opportunities for companies specialising in scientific equipment and technologies that support advanced laboratory operations. Given the comprehensive scope including commissioning, technical training for University personnel, and ongoing technical support requirements, businesses proficient in providing specialised laboratory equipment and related services are well-suited to engage with such tenders. The procurement method allows for broader participation under an open procedure, thus fostering competitive bidding in the scientific equipment industry, potentially benefiting small to medium enterprises despite the specific criteria indicating non-suitability for SMEs or VCSEs. The contract facilitates a vibrant market environment, encouraging suppliers to innovate and deliver robust solutions aligned with cutting-edge research demands.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-Newcastle Upon Tyne: E25/0005 - Ellison Labs Equipment_Batch 3

Notice Description

Northumbria University new laboratories are designed to enable advanced research across a range of scientific disciplines. This Contract covers the supply, delivery, and installation of specialized scientific equipment necessary to fully operationalize these spaces. The scope includes the provision of equipment to operationalize advanced research spaces, encompassing commissioning, technical training for University personnel, and the provision of comprehensive technical documentation, including compliance certifications and maintenance protocols. The contract ensures full operational readiness and technical support for the specified laboratory assets.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a27ad85f-785e-4eb3-80f9-61b405925e2b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/89cc6f45-6302-4f32-b0bd-9f1083a5f892
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

42 - Industrial machinery

CPV Codes

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

42300000 - Industrial or laboratory furnaces, incinerators and ovens

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£176,318 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£176,318 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
12 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
1 Mar 2026 - 30 Jun 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BIP SOLUTIONS LIMITED
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Postcode
NE1 8ST
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)
Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Monument
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
3
Supplier Names

NIKON METROLOGY

SCIQUIP

WOLF LABORATORIES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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