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Mid-throughput native long-read sequencing instrument

UNIVERSITY OF EXETER

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03 Mar 2026 at 15:38

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Exeter has completed its procurement process for a "Mid-throughput native long-read sequencing instrument," catering to the scientific and research sector. This project falls within the laboratory equipment industry category and is located in the United Kingdom. The procurement stage is complete, with a direct award provided to Pacific Biosciences UK, Ltd. on 3rd March 2026, following the signing on 30th September 2025. The contract spans from 1st October 2025 to 30th September 2026, valued at £150,030, and was completed below the threshold without competition. The procurement is under the legislative basis of the UK Parliament Act 2023/54.

This tender reflects significant opportunities for businesses involved in innovative sequencing technologies, particularly those specialising in laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. The procurement method was direct, emphasising a strategic partnership with the NHS and Pacific Biosciences, suggesting opportunities for businesses that can offer technically advanced solutions or collaborate on research projects. Enterprises adept in high-quality DNA sequencing instruments and consumables would be particularly well-suited to compete in similar future tenders, especially if they can provide unique technologies or enhancements that align with ongoing collaborative research initiatives.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Mid-throughput native long-read sequencing instrument

Notice Description

The PacBio Vega is a cutting edge long read DNA sequencing machine. The HiFi sequencing technology is completely unique, and we have been working with PacBIo in partnership with the NHS to develop long read sequencing protocols for diagnostics and research. This machine is being purchased as part of an ongoing collaboration with PacBio who have committed to providing matched consumables to enable this project to continue. There is no alternative on the market that can provide equivalent quality data

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066152
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019113-2026
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
Large

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
£150,030 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Sep 20256 months ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2025 - 30 Sep 2026 6-12 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
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

PACIFIC BIOSCIENCES

Further Information

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