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Olink(r) Explore HT Reagent Kits

UNIVERSITY OF EXETER

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27 Mar 2026 at 10:16

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by the University of Exeter, a sub-central government public authority located in Exeter, United Kingdom, involved the direct procurement of Olink® Explore HT Reagent Kits. This procurement, under the legal basis of the UKPGA 2023/54, was executed without competition due to being below the threshold. The goods procurement falls under the industry category of laboratory reagents with a focus on delivery within the UKK4 region. The contract was awarded to Olink Proteomics AB and is active from 9th December 2025 to 31st March 2026, with a gross value of £109,841.93. Key details, such as the completion of the award phase, were last updated on 27th March 2026.

This tender presents business growth opportunities, particularly for suppliers specialising in laboratory reagents. Companies equipped to provide high-quality small-scale goods similar to Olink Proteomics AB, which was awarded the contract, could find similar procurement processes advantageous. Businesses within the realms of biochemistry supplies, research institutions, or those aiming to expand within the UK market for scientific goods might consider competing in future tender opportunities of this nature. The direct award method suggests a streamlined procurement process favourable for entities looking to foster strong relationships with sub-central government authorities like the University of Exeter.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Olink(r) Explore HT Reagent Kits

Notice Description

2 x 98100 Olink(r) Explore HT Reagent Kits

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067619
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028344-2026
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

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

33696500 - Laboratory reagents

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£91,534 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Dec 20253 months ago
Contract Period
9 Dec 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 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
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

OLINK PROTEOMICS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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