Award

Benchtop centrifuge replacement

THE PIRBRIGHT INSTITUTE

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Award

21 Jan 2026 at 13:02

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for replacing benchtop centrifuges at The Pirbright Institute in Woking, United Kingdom, has reached the completed award stage. This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically for laboratory equipment, and was conducted using a direct procurement method below the threshold, without competition. The contract was awarded to Beckman Coulter United Kingdom Limited, with the contract being active from 1 December 2025 to 30 November 2026. The value of this contract is GBP 87,000, as per the agreement signed on 12 November 2025. The initiative was necessary due to the outdated state of existing equipment, which posed potential safety hazards.

This procurement presents business growth opportunities, especially for suppliers in the laboratory equipment industry who can offer innovative, cost-effective solutions for scientific institutions. Such contracts typically favour companies with capabilities in developing, producing, and maintaining high-quality laboratory equipment. While this particular tender has concluded, understanding future procurement needs of similar public authority institutions like The Pirbright Institute can be beneficial for businesses aiming to penetrate or expand their presence in the scientific and laboratory sectors. Engaging with such tenders could help suppliers form long-term relationships with public institutions and secure consistent business, enhancing their market reputation and financial performance.

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Notice Title

Benchtop centrifuge replacement

Notice Description

The existing equipment has exceeded the manufacturer's recommended lifespan of 10-15 years, increasing the risk of mechanical failures and potential safety hazards. Additionally, several units have shown signs of malfunction, including rotor imbalances and temperature control issues, posing risks to both sample integrity and user safety.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060b08
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005276-2026
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery


CPV Codes

42931100 - Laboratory centrifuges and accessories

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£87,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
1 Dec 2025 - 30 Nov 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE PIRBRIGHT INSTITUTE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement.department@pirbright.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
WOKING
Postcode
GU24 0NF
Post Town
Guildford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ25 West Surrey
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Guildford
Electoral Ward
Normandy & Pirbright
Westminster Constituency
Surrey Heath

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BECKMAN COULTER UNITED KINGDOM

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