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Microbalance (2423 Calloff) - AWARD

CPI (CENTRE FOR PROCESS INNOVATION)

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23 Feb 2026 at 12:07

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Microbalance (2423 Calloff)", facilitated by CPI (Centre for Process Innovation), has completed its award stage. The tender, classified under the "Electronic analytical balances" category, was intended for the RNA Centre of Excellence and encompasses several regions including the United Kingdom and areas such as the Channel Islands. Conducted via a restricted procedure, the procurement method was selective. The tender period concluded on 9th February 2026, and the contract period spans from 23rd February 2026 to 22nd February 2027, with an initial value set at GBP 40,605.

This contract presents growth opportunities particularly for businesses specialised in scientific supplies, given its focus on detailed electronic analytical equipment. Although aimed at larger enterprises rather than SMEs or VCSEs, the involvement of North East Laboratory Supplies as the supplier indicates a preference for entities with established expertise in laboratory and analytical products. Businesses within the distribution and production sectors of high-precision analytical equipment are well-suited to compete for similar tenders in the future, highlighting the potential for further expansion in servicing research institutions and innovation centres.

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Notice Title

Microbalance (2423 Calloff) - AWARD

Notice Description

Analytical balances for RNA Centre of Excellence

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b895db2b-cc62-4d6a-8f33-5f15410dae04
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

38311100 - Electronic analytical balances

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£40,605 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
9 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
23 Feb 2026 - 22 Feb 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CPI (CENTRE FOR PROCESS INNOVATION)
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
REDCAR
Postcode
TS10 4RF
Post Town
Cleveland
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC3 Tees Valley
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC32 South Teesside
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Redcar and Cleveland
Electoral Ward
Dormanstown
Westminster Constituency
Redcar

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NORTH EAST LABORATORY SUPPLIES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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