Tender

High-throughput quantitative PCR (HT-qPCR)

THE UNIVERSITY OF BATH

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Tender

20 Feb 2026 at 14:05

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Bath is conducting a tender process to procure High-throughput quantitative PCR (HT-qPCR) equipment for research purposes. This procurement, classified within the public authority sector of sub-central government, is aimed at acquiring goods directly related to real-time polymerase chain reaction equipment. The tender is currently active, with an open procurement method allowing for broad competition. Interested parties can submit their applications electronically until the deadline on 20th March 2026 at 12:00. The total contract value stands at £120,000 and the delivery is expected to occur within the United Kingdom, specifically Bath.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in scientific and laboratory equipment, particularly those with expertise in PCR technology. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are well-positioned to compete given the suitability criteria. Moreover, the criteria for awarding contracts focus on price, quality, and sustainability, allowing innovative and cost-effective solutions to stand out. The procurement contract is set to commence on 1st April 2026 and will extend until 1st April 2029, offering a substantial period for business engagement and growth in scientific service provisioning.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

High-throughput quantitative PCR (HT-qPCR)

Notice Description

The University is seeking to procure a High-throughput quantitative PCR (HT-qPCR) per the details in the specification To view this notice, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=1016012642

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065959
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015712-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

38951000 - Real-time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Feb 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
20 Mar 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 1 Apr 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE UNIVERSITY OF BATH
Contact Name
Lewis Haynes
Contact Email
lh295@bath.ac.uk
Contact Phone
01225387277

Buyer Location

Locality
BATH
Postcode
BA2 7AY
Post Town
Bath
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
TLK12 Bath and North East Somerset, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Local Authority
Bath and North East Somerset
Electoral Ward
Bathwick
Westminster Constituency
Bath

Further Information

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