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250321 Contract for Supply, delivery and Installation of a Metabolic Monitoring System for Mice.

Queen's University Belfast

This public procurement record has 5 releases in its history.

Award

18 Feb 2026 at 11:31

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Award

22 Dec 2025 at 20:15

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
TenderUpdate

21 Nov 2025 at 15:53

UK4 - Tender Notice
Tender

13 Nov 2025 at 16:17

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

13 Nov 2025 at 15:49

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Queen's University Belfast has completed the procurement process related to the contract for the supply, delivery, and installation of a Metabolic Monitoring System for mice, specifically within the Biological Services Unit at the School of Medicine, Dentistry & Biomedical Sciences. The procurement follows an open procedure under Northern Irish devolved regulations and adheres to the legal basis defined by the UK Procurement Act 2023. Sable Systems Europe GmbH was awarded the contract on 26th January 2026, and the contract is set to continue until 25th January 2029, with an option to extend maintenance and other ancillary aspects for a further ten years from the end date or the equipment's useful life. The project is located in Belfast, United Kingdom, within the government administrative region UKN06, and falls under the industry category of laboratory and precision equipment for research purposes.

This procurement offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in the production of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, particularly those focused on research and testing. With Queen's University Belfast prioritising technical aspects such as sustainability, serviceability, and ease of use alongside competitive pricing, businesses with expertise in advanced monitoring systems and animal behaviour phenotyping may find lucrative growth prospects. The open procedure and the acceptance of bids from small and medium enterprises (SMEs) suggest that smaller companies with innovative solutions could effectively compete. Businesses that can navigate integration challenges and foresee emerging technological trends stand to benefit significantly from this opportunity.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

250321 Contract for Supply, delivery and Installation of a Metabolic Monitoring System for Mice.

Notice Description

School of Medicine, Dentistry & Biomedical Sciences, Biological Services Unit (BSU) wishes to purchase and install a rodent metabolic cage system at the BSU, which can offer high-resolution, real-time collection of metabolic, and behavioural phenotyping data in mice. This includes simultaneously measuring energy expenditure, food and water consumption and physical activity in live animals.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: option to extend maintenance, software updates/ development, consumables & ancillary items, beyond this period for a further period of up to 10 years or the end of useful life of the equipment.

Planning Information

Engagement (PME) exercise was conducted prior to the commencement of this procurement to assess market capability, inform the specification, and ensure the procurement approach is appropriate and proportionate. The PME included engagement with potential suppliers and stakeholders to identify best practice, gauge market interest, and understand any barriers to participation. Feedback from the PME has been considered and incorporated into the procurement strategy and documentation, ensuring transparency, equal treatment, and value for money in line with the requirements of the Procurement Act 2023

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e0bf
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014668-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

CPV Codes

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

38340000 - Instruments for measuring quantities

38430000 - Detection and analysis apparatus

38970000 - Research, testing and scientific technical simulator

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£391,250 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£391,250 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£370,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£370,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Feb 20266 months ago
Submission Deadline
10 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
14 Nov 2025Expired
Award Date
22 Dec 20258 months ago
Contract Period
26 Jan 2026 - 25 Jan 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Queen's University Belfast
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BELFAST
Postcode
BT7 1NN
Postcode Area
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN06 Belfast
Delivery Location
TLN06 Belfast
Local Authority
Belfast
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Belfast South and Mid Down

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Sable Systems Europe GmbH

Further Information

Notice Documents

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