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17 Jul 2026 at 11:00

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Edinburgh procured a high-throughput in situ spatial transcriptomics platform for their Single-cell and Spatial Biology Facility, with a focus on whole-transcriptome profiling. This procurement, classified under imaging equipment for medical, dental, and veterinary use, falls within the 'goods' category and was conducted through a limited procurement method without prior competition. Located in Edinburgh (UKM75), the procurement process reached its award stage, with the contract signed on 16th July 2026. The process, driven by technical requirements limiting competition, resulted in a contract valued at £697,170.10 with 10X Genomics Inc., a large-scale supplier from the United States.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in high-technology manufacturing and innovation, particularly those involved in advanced biomedical imaging equipment. Companies focusing on research and development, especially those experienced in supplying scientific and medical instruments, are well-suited to engage with similar procurement opportunities. Although this specific contract was limited to 10X Genomics Inc. due to technical reasons, the precedent set by such procurements encourages other businesses to innovate and develop unique, competitive edge technologies that can meet future demands in educational and medical research sectors.

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Notice Title

High Throughput Single Cell Spatial Instrument

Notice Description

The Institute for Regeneration and Repair Single-cell and Spatial Biology Facility at the University of Edinburgh has received funding to purchase a is a high-throughput in situ spatial transcriptomics platform for whole-transcriptome profiling directly on tissue sections, with automated imaging, transcript decoding and on-board processing.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Institute for Regeneration and Repair Single-cell and Spatial Biology Facility at the University of Edinburgh has received funding to purchase a high-throughput in situ spatial transcriptomics platform for whole-transcriptome profiling directly on tissue sections, with automated imaging, transcript decoding and on-board processing.

Procurement Information

The Institute for Regeneration and Repair Single-cell and Spatial Biology Facility at the University of Edinburgh has received funding to purchase a high-throughput in situ spatial transcriptomics platform for whole-transcriptome profiling directly on tissue sections, with automated imaging, transcript decoding and on-board processing.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06cdbb
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067723-2026
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

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33110000 - Imaging equipment for medical, dental and veterinary use

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£697,170 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Jul 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH1 1HT
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM75 City of Edinburgh

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

10X GENOMICS

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