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Lumicks Service Contract

THE UNIVERSITY OF KENT

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08 Apr 2026 at 13:48

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08 Apr 2026 at 13:42

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Kent, a sub-central government public authority located in Canterbury, UK, has completed the procurement process for a two-year Enhanced Customer & Service Package with Lumicks B.V. The procurement pertains to the maintenance of the C-trap edge 350 equipment under a direct award contract valued at £72,912. Utilising a direct procurement method, below threshold without competition, the contract specializes in services relating to the repair and maintenance of medical and precision equipment. The contract was awarded on 2 April 2026, with services set to start on 21 April 2026 and end on 31 March 2028. The process is in the Award stage, fully completed, and involves essential deliveries within the UKJ4 region.

This procurement process offers business growth opportunities primarily for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in high-precision equipment service and maintenance. As the contract involves direct engagement with a renowned institution like the University of Kent, it presents a significant opportunity for similar businesses to showcase their expertise and establish lasting relationships within the education and healthcare sectors. Companies focusing on precision equipment maintenance without the need for competitive bidding can be well-positioned to benefit from such direct service contracts.

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Notice Title

Lumicks Service Contract

Notice Description

2 year Enhanced Customer & Service Package for for C-trap edge 350.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067e1f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032003-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50400000 - Repair and maintenance services of medical and precision equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£72,912 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Apr 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
20 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE UNIVERSITY OF KENT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CANTERBURY
Postcode
CT2 7NZ
Post Town
Canterbury
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ44 East Kent
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Canterbury
Electoral Ward
Blean Forest
Westminster Constituency
Canterbury

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LUMICKS B. V.

Further Information

Notice Documents

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