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UKRI RE20325 real time PCR machines

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

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31 Jul 2020 at 13:04

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Summary of the contracting process

The UK Shared Business Services Limited initiated a tender process for the supply of real-time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) machines under the title "UKRI RE20325 real time PCR machines." This procurement, classified under goods, had an estimated value of £30,313.53 and primarily took place in Swindon, England. The tender period ended on 6 July 2020, and the corresponding contract commenced on 7 July 2020, with a duration extending until 25 June 2021. The procurement method was a direct approach through a single tender action, indicating a streamlined process for this acquisition.

This contract presents valuable opportunities for businesses involved in supplying scientific or laboratory equipment, particularly those capable of providing PCR technology. Organisations with expertise in medical or life sciences, especially larger-scale companies like Life Technologies Ltd, which has already secured this contract, are well-positioned to compete. Smaller businesses may face challenges due to the size and requirements of such contracts but can still seek similar opportunities within the goods sector related to health and research equipment.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UKRI RE20325 real time PCR machines

Notice Description

UKRI RE20325 real time PCR machines for MRC.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-eca0ab57-a427-4eed-bb84-9f6fc4bf8e45
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/235de101-54fd-4182-b838-0482a3006805
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

38951000 - Real-time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£30,313 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£30,313 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Jul 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
6 Jul 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Jul 20205 years ago
Contract Period
6 Jul 2020 - 25 Jun 2021 6-12 months
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 SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FF
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LIFE TECHNOLOGIES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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