Sample Management System

MEDICINES DISCOVERY CATAPULT

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Summary of the contracting process

The contracting process for a Sample Management System was led by Medicines Discovery Catapult Limited, a public authority in the sub-central government sector based in Macclesfield, United Kingdom. This tender, awarded on 4th July 2025, falls under the goods category with a specific focus on software packages and information systems, as evidenced by the CPV classification of 48000000. The procurement was carried out using a limited method, described as below threshold with limited competition. The contract commenced on 1st July 2025 and is scheduled to conclude on 30th June 2028, with potential extensions until 2030.

The awarded supplier, Azenta UK Limited, offers significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for those specialising in software solutions and information systems. Given the nature of the project, businesses with expertise in developing sample management systems may find competitive advantage in similar procurements. The tender's emphasis on governance, quality assurance, and lab efficiency presents an opportunity for firms excelling in regulatory compliance and technological innovation to enhance their portfolio and reputation in the public sector. The structured renewal strategy allows the supplier potential continuity and stability in their business operations.

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Sample Management System

MEDICINES DISCOVERY CATAPULT

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

4th July 2025 10:11:13 AM
Contract Summary

MDC required a sample management system that offered additional governance around the tracking of HBS, provides quality assurance to regulators and commercial partners, and improves lab efficiency. As such, the software has to facilitate restricted access to sample records and provide a full and accurate audit trail of different sample types, their linage, and their metadata.
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-h6vhtk-0558e7

Publication Source

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Procurement Stage

Award, Contract

Procurement Method

Limited

Procurement Method Details

Below Threshold - Limited Competition

Procurement Category

N/A

Tender Suitability

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

CPV Division(s)
Awarding Authority

MEDICINES DISCOVERY CATAPULT

Buyer Name

Buyer Email

procurement@md.catapult.org.uk

Buyer Phone

Buyer Address

Block 35g, Mereside Alderley Park

Macclesfield

SK10 4ZF

United Kingdom
Awarded Supplier(s)

Supplier Name(s)

AZENTA UK LIMITED

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Sample Management System

MEDICINES DISCOVERY CATAPULT

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