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CEFAS26-59 Contract for Laser Capture Microdissection (LCM) computer replacement

CENTRE FOR ENVIRONMENT, FISHERIES AND AQUACULTURE SCIENCE

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26 Mar 2026 at 11:32

Summary of the contracting process

The Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (CEFAS) undertook a procurement process titled "CEFAS26-59 Contract for Laser Capture Microdissection (LCM) computer replacement," focusing on goods in the laboratory, optical, and precision equipment category. Located in Lowestoft, United Kingdom, CEFAS proceeded with a direct procurement method, implementing a below-threshold approach without competition. The contract, valued at £14,750, aimed to replace the computer associated with the LCM microscope situated in their Weymouth laboratory. Key dates included the contract signing on 19 February 2026, with the contract period spanning from 20 February to 31 March 2026, effectively completing the award stage by 26 March 2026.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in laboratory and precision equipment, particularly those capable of supplying advanced technologies like laser capture microdissection systems. Although this particular contract has already been awarded to Molecular Machines & Industries GmbH, large businesses in this sector should consider similar future opportunities with CEFAS or other sub-central government public authorities. Engaging in such tenders can facilitate business growth by establishing a foothold in public sector procurement within the UK and potentially expanding operations into international markets like Germany.

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Notice Title

CEFAS26-59 Contract for Laser Capture Microdissection (LCM) computer replacement

Notice Description

Contract for the replacement of a LCM The is a need to replace the computer that operates the LCM microscope in the Weymouth laboratory

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0674df
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027820-2026
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
£14,750 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
20 Feb 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CENTRE FOR ENVIRONMENT, FISHERIES AND AQUACULTURE SCIENCE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LOWESTOFT
Postcode
NR33 0HT
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH6 Suffolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH63 East Suffolk
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
East Suffolk
Electoral Ward
Kirkley & Pakefield
Westminster Constituency
Lowestoft

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MOLECULAR MACHINES & INDUSTIRES

Further Information

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