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Supply, delivery, installation, and commissioning of automated liquid handlers Tender

UK BIOBANK LIMITED

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09 Jul 2026 at 16:45

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the UK Biobank Limited, located in Stockport, England, focused on procuring automated liquid handlers. This procurement, classified under laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, pertained to the supply, delivery, installation, and commissioning of these systems within the North West region of the United Kingdom. The procurement method followed an open procedure with a contract awarded to Hamilton Sales & Service UK Ltd on 6th March 2026. The overall contract, valued at £791,449.55, commenced on 18th June 2026 and is set to conclude on 17th June 2029. The award stage was completed and published on 9th July 2026.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for suppliers with experience in laboratory and precision equipment installation and support. It is suitable for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) capable of providing complete design and implementation services, including training and support. Such firms can leverage this procurement to showcase their technological expertise while expanding their market reach within the scientific research sector. The long-term contract duration allows suppliers to establish a lasting relationship with a reputable organisation like UK Biobank, enhancing business prospects in the biomedical sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply, delivery, installation, and commissioning of automated liquid handlers Tender

Notice Description

UK Biobank (UKB) requires a supplier with the necessary capacity and capability to supply, deliver, install, and commission robotic automated liquid handlers. UKB requires the Supplier to provide the System and be responsible for the design, implementation, testing, commissioning, and training and service support. Detail of the requirements for the goods and services are set out within the Specification.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b9f84ace-caa4-4121-bf06-b425f0885c01
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5277d18a-8ccc-4b95-af0d-39840afd57f4
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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
£791,449 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£791,449 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jul 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
1 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Mar 20264 months ago
Contract Period
17 Jun 2026 - 17 Jun 2029 3-4 years
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
UK BIOBANK 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
STOCKPORT
Postcode
SK3 0SA
Post Town
Stockport
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD35 Greater Manchester South East
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Stockport
Electoral Ward
Davenport & Cale Green
Westminster Constituency
Stockport

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HAMILTON SALES & SERVICE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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