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Nano flow cytometer

UNIVERSITY OF EXETER

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03 Mar 2026 at 14:06

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Exeter has completed the procurement process for a Nano Flow Cytometer from Beckman Coulter United Kingdom Limited, categorised under laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, with delivery across the United Kingdom. The contract was signed on 3rd June 2025 and has a completion date set for 3rd June 2029, amounting to £125,000 GBP. This process is in the 'Award' phase as of the latest update on 3rd March 2026. Positioned as a public authority in the sub-central government sector, the University of Exeter aims to bolster advanced research capabilities in strategic and technical areas, such as MRC CMM and Sport Health Sciences.

The introduction of the Beckman Coulter CytoFLEX Nano Flow Cytometer fosters opportunities for businesses in the laboratory and precision equipment industry to contribute to cutting-edge research. Suppliers with expertise in optical and laboratory equipment are well-suited to engage in future tenders of this nature, helping meet the high-level technical demands of innovative research setups. This tender signifies growth potential for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) capable of delivering quality, below-threshold solutions in the public research and educational sectors. Businesses aiming to expand in the scientific research field can find fruitful opportunities through partnership or similar procurement processes.

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Notice Title

Nano flow cytometer

Notice Description

The Beckman Coulter CytoFLEX Nano Flow Cytometer is uniquely positioned to meet our specific technical requirements, enabling a wide range of advanced research fields at the University of Exeter and support strategic relevant research groups at MRC CMM, Sport Health Sciences, LSI, ESI and PhageClinic.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0660ed
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018972-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - unknown
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£125,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Jun 202510 months ago
Contract Period
3 Jun 2025 - 3 Jun 2029 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF EXETER
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EXETER
Postcode
EX4 4QJ
Post Town
Exeter
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Exeter
Electoral Ward
Duryard and St James
Westminster Constituency
Exeter

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BECKMAN COULTER UNITED KINGDOM

Further Information

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