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IBDSENSE Medical Device Prototype

UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH

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Award

13 Oct 2025 at 11:02

Tender

17 Jun 2025 at 08:55

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Edinburgh has concluded a procurement process for the creation and development of a medical device prototype, specifically an IBDSENSE Fluorescence Reader and Sample Cartridge, aimed at application in clinical environments. The project falls under the category of prototyping services and involves a contract valued at £350,000. The procurement utilised the open procedure method and the involvement of supplier eg technology Ltd has been announced, marking the award stage of this contract as active as of 23rd September 2025. Although one lot was initially cancelled, the procurement aims for further modification options, with potential extensions available up until September 2028. The location specified for this procurement activity is Edinburgh, within the UKM75 region.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in medical device design, engineering, and development to expand their portfolio and gain substantial project experience. Companies with expertise in research and development services, specifically those skilled in prototyping and creating development models, would be well-suited for future engagements. Additionally, the focus on technical quality in the award criteria, which weighs 90% of the evaluation, suggests that businesses with robust technological capabilities have a competitive advantage. Furthermore, small and medium-sized enterprises, particularly those accustomed to delivering tailored technological solutions in the healthcare sector, may find this procurement advantageous for fostering growth and establishing a stronger foothold in the public healthcare procurement market. The invitation for sub-contracting within the Edinburgh and South East Scotland region also offers broader participation and potential community benefits.

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Notice Title

IBDSENSE Medical Device Prototype

Notice Description

The University of Edinburgh is seeking a design, engineering and development supplier in the medical device field to develop a new proof-of-principle fluorescence reader and sample cartridge. The desired outcome from this partnership is a pilot prototype of a Fluorometer and its cartridge that is operational and able to be used successfully in a hospital or medical clinic environment.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The University of Edinburgh is seeking a design, engineering and development supplier in the medical device field to develop a new proof-of-principle fluorescence reader and sample cartridge. The desired outcome from this partnership is a pilot prototype of a Fluorometer and its cartridge that is operational and able to be used successfully in a hospital or medical clinic environment.

Options: Options for contract modification to extend until Pilot Prototype is developed or up until September 2028. The Buyer reserves the right to vary this contract to include additional services for the next 3 years within the aim to develop a pilot prototype. This variation will be done by mutual agreement between the Buyer and successful bidder. There is no guarantee of additional services other than the awarded services in this procurement.

Renewal: Options to extend until Pilot Prototype is developed or up until September 2028

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-054deb
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064690-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

71320000 - Engineering design services

71330000 - Miscellaneous engineering services

72242000 - Design-modelling services

72244000 - Prototyping services

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

73100000 - Research and experimental development services

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

73300000 - Design and execution of research and development

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£350,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£350,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£350,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Sep 20255 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 EDINBURGH
Contact Name
Jorga Maria Koppers Couper
Contact Email
jcouper@ed.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1316502759

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH1 1HT
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM75 City of Edinburgh

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EG TECHNOLOGY

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