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LW151 High Throughput Screening Bioactive Library

LIVERPOOL SCHOOL OF TROPICAL MEDICINE

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02 Feb 2026 at 19:05

Tender

20 Oct 2025 at 18:05

Summary of the contracting process

The Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine recently concluded the procurement process for the "LW151 High Throughput Screening Bioactive Library" tender. This tender was in the services category and involved the delivery of high-throughput screening services. The procurement process, initiated under the open competition method, was completed with the award of the contract to Fundación MEDINA on 28th January 2026. The contract, now active, spans from 3rd February 2026 to 31st January 2028, with two possible one-year renewals. The services will be delivered in the region of Liverpool, United Kingdom, under the legal framework of UKPGA 2023/54. The tender process accommodated bids from small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and was valued below threshold, focusing on microbiological cultures and laboratory services.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the microbiology and laboratory service sectors. SMEs, in particular, had a favourable position in this procurement, reflecting the contracting authority's commitment to engaging with smaller vendors. Companies specialising in high-throughput screening services and laboratory operations will find this contract valuable, offering scope for long-term collaboration with a renowned institution like the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine. Such opportunities can aid in business expansion, expertise enhancement, and gaining prestige by associating with high-impact public health initiatives.

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Notice Title

LW151 High Throughput Screening Bioactive Library

Notice Description

The purpose of this tender is to identify and contract a qualified laboratory partner capable of delivering the required high-throughput screening services to the specified standards, timelines, and data quality expectations. To view this notice, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=1011282256

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The Contract may be extended beyond the Initial Term on a maximum of two [2] occasions, for a period of up to one (1) year on each occasion

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d036
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009208-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

33698100 - Microbiological cultures

71900000 - Laboratory services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Feb 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
3 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
3 Feb 2026 - 31 Jan 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LIVERPOOL SCHOOL OF TROPICAL MEDICINE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L3 5QA
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD72 Liverpool
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
Brownlow Hill
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Riverside

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FUNDACIÓN MEDINA

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