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25 Mar 2026 at 12:34

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by the Scottish Government's Marine Directorate involves the acquisition of dynamic Array integrated fluidic circuits, specifically designed for Standard BioTools systems such as the Biomark X9, along with reagents for SNP genotyping. Classified under the marine equipment category, this tender is situated in Aberdeen, reflecting the operational focus in marine science research. The procurement has reached the award stage as of 25th March 2026, following the initiation on 3rd September 2026. With a contract value of £40,783, the contract was officially signed on 3rd June 2026. The procurement method featured a structured tender process culminating in an award to the single bidding supplier, Standard BioTools UK Limited.

This procurement presents a growth opportunity for businesses involved in the production and supply of advanced scientific equipment, particularly those specialising in fluidic circuits and marine-related applications. Companies that offer innovative solutions in precision genotyping equipment and marine research supplies would be well-suited to compete in similar tenders. As the procurement falls under goods, it indicates a demand for tangible products ready for use in high-tech scientific applications. Businesses that are agile and can swiftly meet the technical requirements specified by government bodies will find opportunities not only to supply their products but also to establish themselves in a competitive market, especially in regions focused on marine and biological sciences.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Award of Purchase of Dynamic Array Integrated Fluidic Circuits (MS-P-0459)

Notice Description

The Scottish Ministers, Marine Directorate invite tenders for the purchase of dynamic Array integrated fluidic circuits (IFCs) for use on Standard BioTools systems (Biomark X9) and the associated reagents for SNP genotyping.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000821882
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR552457
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Quick Quote Award
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

34930000 - Marine equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£40,783 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Mar 20266 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
Not Specified
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Scottish Government
Additional Buyers

Forestry and Land Scotland

Moray Council

NHS Fife

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde

National Records of Scotland

North Lanarkshire Council

Registers of Scotland

South Ayrshire Council

Strathclyde Partnership for Transport

Student Awards Agency Scotland

University of Dundee

University of Strathclyde

West Lothian Council

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH6 6QQ
Postcode Area
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
Not specified

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Leith
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh North and Leith

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
22
Supplier Names

Fluidigm UK Limited

Harper Macleod LLP

Joanne Ford Communications

Hays Hydraulics & Mechanical Services Ltd

The Cawthron Institute Trust Board

Lochlie Construction LTD

ESRI (UK)

Valtech Limited

Hays Specialist Recruitment Ltd

Pandaprint

Travelers Ins Co Ltd

Zurich Municipal

Risk Management Partners

Venesky Brown Ltd

Jackson Trawls Ltd

Harlow Printing Limited

MetPrep Ltd

GOSTA Training

Voluntary Action South Ayrshire

Agilent Technologies LDA UK Ltd

Gartmore house

Clansman Interiors Ltd

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