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24 Jun 2026 at 13:14

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "PAH+ Sensor Assembly" was conducted by the University of the West of England, located in Bristol, England. This project involved the provision of sensor assemblies configured for Tryptophan and falls under the industry category of Sensors. The contract, valued at GBP 43,860, covers the delivery of goods to the South West region of the United Kingdom. The tender reached its Award stage, with the awarded date being 7th May 2026, and the contract period ran from 8th May to 9th May 2026. The procurement method was categorized as "Other - UWE; bvs", suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in sensor production, particularly those that meet the SME criteria. Companies like Chelsea Technologies Limited, which successfully won the contract, are indicative of the type of businesses well-suited to such opportunities. Engaging in such public procurement processes allows businesses to establish or enhance their presence in the public sector, expand their client base, and increase their revenue streams through strategic partnerships with academic institutions like the University of the West of England. With a focus on goods supply in the technology sector, similar businesses can leverage these opportunities by offering innovative and reliable products tailored to specific needs.

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Notice Title

PAH+ Sensor Assembly

Notice Description

PAH+ Sensor Assembly configured for Tryptophan

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-cb202c4d-76b1-41dd-94f9-3bac968609d9
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b522484e-b569-4538-827c-8515b4e1bff9
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other - UWE; bvs
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment


CPV Codes

35125100 - Sensors

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£43,860 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£43,860 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jun 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
7 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 May 20261 months ago
Contract Period
7 May 2026 - 9 May 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
UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST OF ENGLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS16 1QY
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Stoke Park & Cheswick
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CHELSEA TECHNOLOGIES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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