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Spectral Fluorescence-activated Cell Sorting Instrument - AWARD

THE UNIVERSITY OF WARWICK

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27 Aug 2025 at 13:36

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Warwick recently completed the procurement process for a spectral fluorescence-activated cell sorting instrument, announced under the contract ID IT-25-3149-SM-09-24-WMS-MRC-CELLSORTER-MR. Located in the West Midlands, this procurement falls under the industry category of Laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. The tender, identified by the classification codes 38000000 (Laboratory equipment), 38510000 (Microscopes), and others related to analysis apparatus, reached its award stage, with Cytek Biosciences BV being designated as the supplier. Key dates included the tender period closure on 6th November 2024, and the contract running from 6th December 2024 to 5th December 2025. This procurement was carried out using an open procedure method, aligning with the University's flexible approach since it is not bound by specific public procurement regulations.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in laboratory technologies, particularly those that specialise in advanced optical and precision equipment. With The University of Warwick's preference for involving small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), companies within this bracket have a good chance to grow their profiles by participating in future similar opportunities. Businesses that focus on innovative laboratory solutions and have experience with fluorescence-activated cell sorting technologies would be particularly well-suited to compete for such contracts. Engaging with the University’s procurement process can also provide valuable exposure and collaboration potential within the educational sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Spectral Fluorescence-activated Cell Sorting Instrument - AWARD

Notice Description

The University of Warwick has a requirement to purchase a spectral fluorescence-activated cell sorting (FACS) instrument. In order to express interest in this opportunity please go to the University of Warwick In-Tend supplier portal (https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofwarwick). The University of Warwick is not a contracting authority for the purposes of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (as amended) and its procurement activities are not subject to the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 or the obligations under the European Public Procurement Directives, including the European Remedies Directive. Advertisement of any contract in the Official Journal of the European Union or Contracts Finder is at the sole discretion of the University and is undertaken on a voluntary basis with no implied obligation to comply with the procurement legislation.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-fd4ff4af-4183-41c9-a8fc-72e2f1a9ecf7
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2679b209-fc9a-4eb0-87ad-aa15caf7fe82
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
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

38432000 - Analysis apparatus

38434500 - Biochemical analysers

38510000 - Microscopes

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
6 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Nov 20241 years ago
Contract Period
6 Dec 2024 - 5 Dec 2025 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
THE UNIVERSITY OF WARWICK
Contact Name
Shannon Millard
Contact Email
shannon.millard@warwick.ac.uk
Contact Phone
0247674578

Buyer Location

Locality
WEST MIDLANDS
Postcode
CV4 7AL
Post Town
Coventry
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG33 Coventry
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Coventry
Electoral Ward
Wainbody
Westminster Constituency
Coventry South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CYTEK BIOSCIENCES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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