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23 Jul 2026 at 14:00

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Leeds has successfully awarded a contract for the supply, installation, and commissioning of a cell disruptor, marked by the completion of the procurement stage on 8th July 2026. This procurement falls under the industry category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, with a focus on goods. The contract period is set from 24th August 2026 to 23rd August 2028, and the total contract value is £38,265.46. The open procedure method was employed, making it accessible to various bidders. The procurement is located in Yorkshire and the Humber, United Kingdom, and highlights a specific interest in engaging with economic operators, particularly small or medium enterprises (SMEs).

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in laboratory and precision equipment, to expand their footprint by working with a prestigious institution like the University of Leeds. SMEs that can supply comparable equipment and exhibit strong capabilities in installation and commissioning stand to gain substantially from this contract. The open procurement method encourages diverse participation, creating a fair and competitive environment that can be advantageous for SMEs looking to grow their business operations in the academic sector.

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Notice Title

GB-Leeds: 202526 5793 Cell Disruptor

Notice Description

THE AWARD OF THE CONTRACT FOR Supply, installation and commissioning of a cell disruptor 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.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e664e96e-1cea-4381-b6ed-cb47d62d4930
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8b3e9ecb-abce-4df4-ab51-b1b0022d79b2
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
SME

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
£38,265 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£38,265 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
2 Aug 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Jul 20264 weeks ago
Contract Period
23 Aug 2026 - 23 Aug 2028 2-3 years
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 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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CONSTANT SYSTEMS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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