Tender

GB-Leeds: 202425 4876 - Spectral Flow Cytometer

UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS

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30 Jun 2025 at 13:05

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30 Jun 2025 at 10:45

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Leeds has opened a tender for the procurement of a Spectral Flow Cytometer, under the reference GB-Leeds: 202425 4876. This procurement falls under the industry category of "Cytometers" and targets the delivery location in the Yorkshire and the Humber region of the United Kingdom. The procurement process is currently at the "tender" stage, with an amendment added on 30 June 2025. Interested parties must submit their completed bids by the deadline of 20 July 2025 at 10:00 AM. The contract is expected to commence on 14 October 2025 and conclude on 13 October 2026. This procurement will be conducted using an open procedure, allowing for broad participation. The minimum contract value is set at £100,000, with an estimated total value of £500,000.

This opportunity presents significant potential for business growth, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in scientific equipment and cytometry technology. The open procurement method provides an equitable platform for businesses to compete, regardless of size, by focusing on meeting the University of Leeds' stated criteria. Companies with experience in delivering complex goods within strict deadlines, especially those familiar with the UK's public procurement processes, would be well-suited to bid for this contract. Given the value and scope of the project, this tender could strengthen a business's portfolio and enhance its market presence within the educational and scientific sectors.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-Leeds: 202425 4876 - Spectral Flow Cytometer

Notice Description

NOTE: This notice was updated on 30 June 2025 for the following reason: Addition of the address to access tender documentation and to submit completed responses - https://neupc.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=962572341(Spectral Flow Cytometer) Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c9df9e00-61b2-430b-a810-aee98810693f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e55d2e0-2b50-4303-add1-1d92158685fc
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender 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

38434510 - Cytometers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jun 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
20 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
13 Oct 2025 - 13 Oct 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
Postcode
LS2 9JT
Post Town
Leeds
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Little London & Woodhouse
Westminster Constituency
Leeds Central and Headingley

Further Information

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