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Instrument to measure binding kinetics and thermodynamics parameters in individual cells in a high-throughput format.

UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE

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02 Sep 2025 at 11:29

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11 Jun 2025 at 14:16

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Strathclyde has successfully completed a procurement process for the supply of an instrument designed to measure binding kinetics and thermodynamics parameters in individual cells using a high-throughput format. This initiative focuses on a project supporting a Glasgow-wide initiative in the clinical chemistry industry, classified under CPV code 33159000. Located in Glasgow (UKM82 region), this procurement involved a contract awarded to Dynamic Biosensors GmbH. The procedure was limited and executed without prior publication of a call for competition, a decision justified due to the absence of competition for technical reasons. The contract was intended to commence on 14th July 2025.

This procurement represents significant opportunities for businesses within the clinical chemistry and biotechnology fields. Companies with expertise in advanced biosensor technologies and those capable of providing innovative solutions for single-cell analysis are particularly well-suited to benefit from similar future opportunities. The project is integral to a broader initiative, supporting research and technological advancement in bioanalytical capabilities. Such contracts offer potential growth avenues for firms involved in manufacturing specialised scientific instruments or providing related technical services, given the specialised nature and integration with established research facilities.

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Notice Title

Instrument to measure binding kinetics and thermodynamics parameters in individual cells in a high-throughput format.

Notice Description

The Contracting Authority received funding to support a Glasgow-wide initiative that will enable users to measure the binding properties of molecules directly on live cells. To support this research, the Contracting Authority requires an instrument to measure binding kinetics and thermodynamics parameters in individual cells in a high-throughput format.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Contracting Authority has received funding to support a Glasgow-wide initiative that will enable users to measure the binding properties of molecules directly on live cells. The equipment will be suitable for a wide range of analyses for eukaryotic cell types and will be underpinned by support from dedicated research technical professionals within the Strathclyde Centre for Molecular Bioscience (University of Strathclyde) and the Integrated Protein Analysis Facility (University of Glasgow). The equipment will be part of the facility enabling the UK userbase integrated access to a breadth of bioanalytical and biophysical facilities to examine cellular binding interactions.

Procurement Information

The Contracting Authority has received funding for an automated biosensor for single-cell Interaction Cytometry. The instrument allows kinetic characterisation of molecules binding to membrane targets in individual cells.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0546d8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053120-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33159000 - Clinical chemistry system

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£299,500 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Jun 20258 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
magdalena.bamford@strath.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G1 1XQ
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM82 Glasgow City

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DYNAMIC BIOSENSORS

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