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Liquid Handler for Laboratory

GENOMICS ENGLAND LIMITED

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29 Apr 2025 at 15:39

Summary of the contracting process

Genomics England Limited, located at One Canada Square, London, sought to procure an automated liquid handler for their Hinxton laboratory, classified under the CPV code 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipment. The procurement, valued at £118,177, and categorized under 'goods', was handled using a direct procurement method through a single tender action, below the threshold for competitive bidding. This process reached the award stage on 12th February 2025, with Eppendorf UK Limited, a large-scale supplier, being the successful contractor. The awarded contract covered the supply of the equipment to England, United Kingdom, and had its contract period commencing and concluding on 13th February 2025.

This tender presents substantial opportunities, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), as it aligns with the suitability requirements set for such companies. Although the procurement in this instance followed a direct method, it indicates a focused need in laboratory automation in the UK market. Lab equipment manufacturers or suppliers, especially those with capabilities to deliver precision equipment in a timely manner, might find similar opportunities to provide innovative solutions, improve operational efficiencies, and foster growth by engaging in government procurement processes. Businesses within the laboratory technology sector should remain attentive to potential direct procurement routes and build connections with organisations like Genomics England Limited to compete effectively in similar future opportunities.

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Notice Title

Liquid Handler for Laboratory

Notice Description

Purchase of an automated liquid handler for the Hinxton laboratory.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-fcbba638-d2bc-4dd5-b768-a768d14c2248
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/36e78433-8ef8-4653-9b00-814d6bed1666
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£118,177 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£118,177 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
12 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
13 Feb 2025 - 13 Feb 2025 24 hours
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GENOMICS ENGLAND LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EC1M 6BQ
Post Town
Central London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI43 Haringey and Islington
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Islington
Electoral Ward
Bunhill
Westminster Constituency
Islington South and Finsbury

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EPPENDORF

Further Information

Notice Documents

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