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UKRI-5197 MRC LMS Laboratory Reagents

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)

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27 Aug 2025 at 13:59

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "UKRI-5197 MRC LMS Laboratory Reagents" has been managed by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), a public authority under the central government, located in Swindon, Wiltshire, United Kingdom. This procurement pertains to the industry category of laboratory reagents, specifically for the development of analytical measurement methods. The procurement stage is complete, with the award and contract finalised on 26th August 2025. The procurement method used was direct, classified as below threshold procurement without competition, which reflects a streamlined approach suitable for specific requirements. The delivery location for the goods is within the UKI3 region of the United Kingdom, with the main supplier being Medchemtronica AB, based in Sweden.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in the supply of laboratory reagents, particularly those able to offer products for innovative measurement methods. Companies within the laboratory chemicals and biotech sectors, especially those capable of engaging in direct procurement processes, may find such contracts beneficial for strategic expansion. The involved business, Medchemtronica AB, exemplifies the potential for large-scale suppliers to penetrate the UK market through governmental collaborations, offering a pathway for diverse, international firms to engage with UK public sector research initiatives.

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Notice Title

UKRI-5197 MRC LMS Laboratory Reagents

Notice Description

The provision of laboratory reagents for the development of analytical measurement methods

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-058eab
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051644-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33696500 - Laboratory reagents

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£49,300 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Aug 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
26 Aug 2025 - 30 Sep 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
mrcprocurement@ukri.org
Contact Phone
01793442000

Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON, WILTSHIRE
Postcode
SN2 1FL
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MEDCHEMTRONICA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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