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Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) Equipment

Merseyside Fire and Rescue Authority

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

23 Apr 2026 at 16:03

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Award

19 Mar 2026 at 15:52

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

28 Jan 2026 at 16:01

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

09 Jan 2026 at 15:20

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) equipment is overseen by the Merseyside Fire and Rescue Authority, located in Bootle, United Kingdom. The contract is categorised under nuclear, biological, chemical, and radiological protection equipment and follows an open procurement method. As part of the complete tender process, 23 PCR devices are required to identify biological materials. The contract was awarded on 1st April 2026 with shipments expected across the UK. This procurement is at the award stage, with a scheduled end date on 31st March 2027, and an optional extension of up to six months. The procurement involved key dates including contract signature and final award notices published on 19th March 2026.

This tender creates opportunities for growth, particularly for SMEs that specialise in scientific and protective equipment. The open procedure allows small to medium enterprises to compete on equal footing, fostering innovation and quality competition. Businesses that are well-suited to engage in this contract include those with expertise in manufacturing, delivering, or servicing PCR and radiological protective equipment. This contract, valued over £780,000, offers growth prospects through the supply of industry-specific goods, encouraging expansion in technical capabilities and market reach. Given the specialised nature of the equipment, businesses with robust technical offerings will find desirable opportunities to further solidify their presence within the public sector market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) Equipment

Notice Description

For 23 devices used to identify biological materials, using polymerase chain reaction (PCR).

Planning Information

A supplier presentation will take place during the afternoon of Monday 19th January via Microsoft Teams. If you would like to register your interest please email procurementmfrs@merseyfire.gov.uk and an invite will be sent out. Please note: This session will be recorded.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060313
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037237-2026
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

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

CPV Codes

35113200 - Nuclear, biological, chemical and radiological protection equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£900,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£900,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
£780,459 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
£780,459 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Apr 20264 months ago
Submission Deadline
23 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
22 Jan 2026Expired
Award Date
19 Mar 20266 months ago
Contract Period
1 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Merseyside Fire and Rescue Authority
Additional Buyers

Merseyside Fire & Rescue Service

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BOOTLE
Postcode
L30 4YD
Postcode Area
Liverpool
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD73 Sefton
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Sefton
Electoral Ward
Netherton and Orrell
Westminster Constituency
Bootle

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Southern Scientific Limited

Further Information

Notice Documents

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