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School of Biology/BSRC: Mass Photometer

University of St Andrews

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02 Jul 2026 at 15:28

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process administered by the University of St Andrews has reached the award stage for the contract involving the purchase of a Mass Photometer for the School of Biology/BSRC. This process, identified by the tender ID "BIO/010726/TS/SL", falls under the industry classification for instruments to check physical characteristics, specifically under CPV code 38400000. The contract, valued at £231,853.60, has been awarded to Refeyn, effective from 1st July 2026. Situated in the region of St Andrews (UKM72), this procurement was conducted using a limited method, bypassing the prior publication of a call for competition due to the unique technical characteristics of the required equipment.

This tender provides a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the production and supply of scientific instruments, particularly those specialising in high-precision mass photometry equipment. Companies that can demonstrate unique or superior technical capabilities in this field may find such procurement processes advantageous, especially when they align with the specific needs and stringent requirements of academic and research institutions like the University of St Andrews. Engaging with such contracts allows for business growth through increased visibility, potential collaboration, and long-term partnerships within the educational sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

School of Biology/BSRC: Mass Photometer

Notice Description

TwoMP Mass Photometer.

Lot Information

Lot 1

TwoMP Mass Photometer Mass Range 30 kDa- 5 MDa Resolution (FWHM) 25 kDa @ 66 kDa 60 kDa @ 660 kDa Mass Precision +- 2% Mass error +- 5% (Single Measurement) Concentration Range 100 pM 100nM Sensitivity: << 1 ng of protein Wavelength: 488 nm Field of view: 4 x 11 um (@500Hz) up to 12 x 17 um (@135Hz) Pixel size: 12nm Control computer Mass Glass Prep Kit Consumables Callibrant Handling Licences Installation & Training Warranty Service Contract Additional information: All tenders for the University of St Andrews are administered through our eTendering System (InTend).To Express an Interest please go to our tender website at https://intendhost.co.uk/universityofstandrews Please note that 'Notes of Interest' placed via PCS (Public Contracts Scotland) are not automatically accepted

Procurement Information

The technical characteristics of the equipment are such that these cannot be met by another supplier/piece of equipment.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c2a6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062393-2026
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

CPV Codes

38400000 - Instruments for checking physical characteristics

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£231,853 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jul 20262 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
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
University of St Andrews
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GUARDBRIDGE
Postcode
KY16 0US
Postcode Area
Kirkcaldy
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM01 Clackmannanshire and Fife
Delivery Location
TLM72 Clackmannanshire and Fife
Local Authority
Fife
Electoral Ward
Tay Bridgehead
Westminster Constituency
North East Fife

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Refeyn Ltd

Further Information

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