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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process initiated by the University of Edinburgh involves the purchase of an Incucyte SX5 HD/3CLR System for the Institute for Regeneration and Repair (IRR). This process falls under the industry category of "Laboratory, optical and precision equipments" and is classified as a purchase of goods. The procurement method was a limited procedure, awarded without a prior call for competition due to technical reasons, and was categorised under CPA scheme 38000000. The project is located in the UK, specifically within the UKM75 region. Although the initial lot for the tender was cancelled, the overall procurement stage is now complete as of 27th July 2026, with Sartorius UK Limited as the awarded supplier. The contract was signed on 7th July 2026, with a total value of £220,990.23.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in scientific and laboratory equipment. Suppliers of innovative and specialised imaging systems would find this contract particularly attractive, as it addresses an advanced technological niche in live-cell imaging. Large-scale companies with capacity to provide cutting-edge laboratory instruments and extended warranty options can leverage such contracts to expand their market presence, particularly within academic and research institutions. Small to medium enterprises with a focus on technological innovation in laboratory equipment may also benefit from engaging in similar procurement opportunities that require bespoke solutions.

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Notice Title

NCA31153 Incucyte SX5 (for IRR South)

Notice Description

This procurement relates to the purchase of Incucyte SX5 HD/3CLR System for the Institute for Regeneration and Repair (IRR).

Lot Information

Lot 1

This procurement relates to the purchase of a Incucyte SX5 HD/3CLR System for the Institute for Regeneration and Repair (IRR).

Options: This Contract includes the option to purchase optional extended warranty which may be purchased within 12 months of install for 1, 2 or 3 additional years.

Procurement Information

The University considers competition to be absent for technical reasons because delivery of the intended research workflows requires a single, in-incubator live-cell imaging platform that provides a 384 well plate live cell imaging capability, a far red fluorescence channel, and expanded assay capability (particularly for functional and long-term live-cell studies). Based on our review of available systems, the Incucyte SxS is the only instrument that provides this required combination in a single system.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d46d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070857-2026
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

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
£220,990 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Jul 20261 months 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

SARTORIUS

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