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24 Jul 2026 at 12:22

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process was initiated by the University of Exeter, located at Northcote House, Queens Drive, Exeter, for acquiring an infrared imaging system and an extended warranty. This contract is categorised under laboratory, optical, and precision equipment and was awarded to LI-COR Biosciences UK Limited. The procurement was carried out using a direct method below the competition threshold, with the process culminating in the Award stage. The contract was signed on 18th June 2026 and runs from 19th June 2026 to 31st July 2026, with the location for goods delivery being the United Kingdom, specifically the UK South West region (UKK). The procurement is aligned with the UKPGA legislation 2023/54. The contract's gross value amounts to GBP 66,594.

This tender presents a business growth opportunity particularly for suppliers in the laboratory, optical, and precision equipment sector. Companies specialised in creating advanced imaging solutions, especially those offering bespoke warranties and maintenance services, would be well-positioned to compete in similar future contracts. The procurement method indicates a preference for direct negotiation, allowing small and medium-sized enterprises, like LI-COR Biosciences UK Limited, to engage more readily without the need for a highly competitive bidding process. Businesses looking to expand their footprint in the public sector's scientific research support structures might find aligning their offerings with such specific requirements advantageous.

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Notice Title

Infrared imaging system

Notice Description

Infrared imaging system and extended warranty to replace existing system, which is required for research continuity purposes.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d339
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070285-2026
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
SME

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
£66,594 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Jun 20261 months ago
Contract Period
18 Jun 2026 - 31 Jul 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
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

LI-COR BIOSCIENCES

Further Information

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