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Multi-mode Plate Reader

UNIVERSITY OF NORTHUMBRIA AT NEWCASTLE

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28 Jan 2026 at 14:05

UK5 - Transparency Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Northumbria at Newcastle, identified as a sub-central public authority, has awarded a direct contract to BMG LABTECH LIMITED for the supply, delivery, and installation of a CLARIOstar® Plus multi-mode microplate reader. This procurement falls under the goods category and pertains to the research needs of Project 1220794: Sustainable Styles. The procurement process, identified by tender ID CASE0039253, was conducted as a 'below threshold - without competition', implying there was no competitive bidding involved. This covered a specialised analytical system with advanced features to ensure compatibility with existing research protocols. The contract period is from 16th February 2026 to 18th May 2026, with all delivery activities expected to be carried out in the UK region (UKC). The overall contract is valued at £63,648, and the milestone for future signature is scheduled for 9th February 2026.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those involved in the manufacture and supply of laboratory and analytical equipment, as well as those offering specialised training services. Companies with experience in providing advanced analytical and data interoperability solutions, particularly to academic institutions, stand to benefit greatly from such engagements. Given the high specificity of technical requirements like patented LVF Monochromators™ and Enhanced Dynamic Range technology, suppliers with existing capabilities in cutting-edge spectrometry technologies may find such tenders advantageous to their growth. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with niche expertise in supporting research innovation could leverage similar contracts to reinforce their portfolios and expand their reach in the higher education research sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Multi-mode Plate Reader

Notice Description

Northumbria University intends to directly award a contract for the supply, delivery, and installation of a BMG Labtech CLARIOstar(r) Plus multi-mode microplate reader to support research for Project 1220794: Sustainable Styles. The procurement covers a specialized analytical system equipped with patented Linear Variable Filter (LVF) Monochromators(tm) and Enhanced Dynamic Range (EDR) technology. This specific model is required to ensure complete technical and data interoperability with existing established research protocols and identical hardware utilized by lead project partners. The scope includes the proprietary MARS Data Analysis Software and on-site technical training to ensure compliance with the funder's high-throughput data reproducibility standards. To view this notice, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=1010010754

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0610fd
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007633-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK5 - Transparency 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

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

CPV Codes

38433000 - Spectrometers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£63,648 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
16 Feb 2026 - 18 May 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF NORTHUMBRIA AT NEWCASTLE
Contact Name
Laura Rizaeva
Contact Email
laura.rizaeva@northumbria.ac.uk
Contact Phone
01912326002

Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Postcode
NE1 8ST
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Monument
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BMG LABTECH

Further Information

Notice Documents

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