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Contract for an Automated Tissue Dissociation Instrument with Integrated Heating Capability

SWANSEA UNIVERSITY

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Summary of the contracting process

Swansea University, located in Swansea, has recently reached the award stage in their procurement process for an Automated Tissue Dissociation Instrument with Integrated Heating Capability. This procurement is part of the institution's effort to bolster research activities within its Faculty of Medicine, Health and Life Science. The purchasing is classified under goods, particularly medical equipment and biomedical equipment. Miltenyi Biotec Limited, based in Woking, has been awarded the contract, which was signed on 14th October 2025. The procurement process was initiated through an open method with submissions evaluated via eTenderwales, aiming for delivery by 31st March 2026, as stipulated by funding from the Higher Education Research Council (HERC).

This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses operating in the medical and scientific equipment sectors, particularly those offering innovative research solutions. Companies specialising in laboratory apparatus, biomedical devices, and custom engineered medical solutions could find growth potential by participating in such institutional projects. The contract, suited for consortium bids, underlines the increasing demand for precision equipment that supports interdisciplinary research. Businesses with the capability to deliver, install, and service complex medical research facilities are well-positioned to compete in similar future tenders, especially those focused on advancing academic research infrastructure.

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Notice Title

Contract for an Automated Tissue Dissociation Instrument with Integrated Heating Capability

Notice Description

The purchase of this equipment will support research activities within the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Life Science, housed at the Singleton Campus, with shared access for multiple research groups across disciplines such as immunology, reproductive health, oncology, regenerative medicine, and neuroscience.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-kuma6s-154523
Publication Source
Sell2Wales
Latest Notice
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=154523
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
S2W Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

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

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products


CPV Codes

33100000 - Medical equipments

33190000 - Miscellaneous medical devices and products

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

38434540 - Biomedical equipment

38500000 - Checking and testing apparatus

38540000 - Machines and apparatus for testing and measuring

38900000 - Miscellaneous evaluation or testing instruments

39300000 - Miscellaneous equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
27 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SWANSEA UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Sue Davies
Contact Email
Not specified
Contact Phone
+44 1792295890

Buyer Location

Locality
SWANSEA
Postcode
SA2 8PP
Post Town
Swansea
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL4 Mid and South West Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL43 Swansea
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Swansea
Electoral Ward
Sketty
Westminster Constituency
Swansea West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MILTENYI BIOTEC

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