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Proteomics analysis of saliva

THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM

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03 Mar 2026 at 14:19

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Birmingham, a public authority within sub-central government, has completed the procurement process titled 'Proteomics analysis of saliva', primarily involving services in the field of analysis. This tender falls under the services category and covers locations within the United Kingdom. The procurement process reached the award stage on 3 March 2026 with the completion status. Contract activities commence from 15 September 2024 and continue until 31 January 2025. Despite being below the threshold for large-scale procurement, significant opportunities are presented due to specific service requirements.

This tender offers substantial openings for businesses specialising in analysis services, particularly those skilled in proteomics. With a contract value of £121,338.00, enterprises like BGI Tech Solutions (Hong Kong) Co Ltd have demonstrated their capability to meet the procurement demands, being notable given their SME scale. The analysis of saliva represents a niche yet valuable market for companies with expertise in genomics and bio-analysis, suitable for expanding their service footprint within research institutions and academia. Businesses aiming to align with institutions like universities could bolster their competitive stance by engaging in similar contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Proteomics analysis of saliva

Notice Description

Proteomics analysis of saliva, as per SSA process.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066103
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019003-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - unknown
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71620000 - Analysis services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£121,338 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Sep 20241 years ago
Contract Period
14 Sep 2024 - 31 Jan 2025 1-6 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
THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B15 2TT
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Edgbaston
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Edgbaston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BGI TECH SOLUTIONS (HONG KONG

Further Information

Notice Documents

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