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Laboratory Consumables

University of Portsmouth

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17 Mar 2026 at 08:58

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the supply of Laboratory Consumables and Chemicals was conducted by the University of Portsmouth Higher Education Corporation. This contract, under the title "Laboratory Consumables," falls under the industry category of disposable non-chemical medical consumables and haematological consumables. The procurement location is Portsmouth, United Kingdom, specifically in the UKJ31 region. This contracting process has reached the 'Award' stage, with the contract awarded on 22nd January 2026 to VWR International Ltd. The procurement method employed was 'limited,' and the process was carried out without prior publication of a call for competition, as it falls outside the scope of the directive. The framework under consideration is LAB4043 SU, operating on a non-exclusive basis without a committed contract value.

This tender offers opportunities for businesses specialising in the production or supply of laboratory consumables, particularly those involved in the manufacturing of disposable medical and haematological products, as well as chemical products. Since the University of Portsmouth is a significant educational entity, suppliers could potentially develop a long-term partnership and gain more business opportunities within the educational sector. VWR International Ltd, known for its role as a large-scale supplier, was successfully awarded the contract, indicating that larger firms with a strong supply capacity and competitive pricing might be particularly well-suited to compete for similar contracts. For businesses looking to expand their reach within the UK, especially in the educational field, this procurement presents an avenue to enhance visibility and business growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Laboratory Consumables

Notice Description

Call-Off Contract for the supply of Laboratory Consumables and Chemicals under Framework LAB4043 SU. Goods will be ordered as and when required. This is a multi supplier award. Non exclusive contract, with no committed value.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Call off for the supply of Laboratory Consumables and Chemicals under Framework LAB4043 SU. Goods will be ordered as and when required. This is a multi supplier award. Non exclusive contract, with no committed value.

Procurement Information

This contract is awarded under Framework LAB4043 SU

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066bae
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023807-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

24 - Chemical products

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

24000000 - Chemical products

33141000 - Disposable non-chemical medical consumables and haematological consumables

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Mar 20266 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
University of Portsmouth
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PORTSMOUTH
Postcode
PO1 2UP
Postcode Area
Portsmouth
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ31 Portsmouth
Delivery Location
TLJ31 Portsmouth
Local Authority
Portsmouth
Electoral Ward
St Thomas
Westminster Constituency
Portsmouth South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VWR International Ltd

Further Information

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