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Award of Provision of Automated Magnetic Bead Based DNA / RNA Extraction System

Scottish Government

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Award

26 Feb 2026 at 14:51

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Award of Provision of Automated Magnetic Bead Based DNA / RNA Extraction System" has reached the award stage, conducted by the Scottish Government's SASA (Science and Advice for Scottish Agriculture) located in Edinburgh, EH12 9FJ. This tender falls under the goods category, specifically laboratory, optical and precision equipment, as defined by the CPV classification 38000000. The awarded contract, valued at £36,500 GBP, involves the provision of an advanced DNA/RNA extraction system by the supplier Life Technologies Ltd, situated in Inchinnan, PA4 9RF. The process is part of the Scottish Government’s initiative to enhance its laboratory capabilities, with the award date being 26 February 2026.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment manufacturing and supply, as it involves sophisticated technology vital for scientific research and diagnostics. Companies with expertise in precision instruments, particularly those manufacturing automated systems for molecular biology applications, are well-positioned to benefit from similar future tenders. As the procurement method was through a site notice for a quick quote award, businesses familiar with rapid procurement processes may gain a competitive advantage in participating in expedited and similar procurement activities initiated by governmental bodies like SASA.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Award of Provision of Automated Magnetic Bead Based DNA / RNA Extraction System

Notice Description

1 x Automated Magnetic Bead Based DNA / RNA Extraction System - see attached documents for full information.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000823086
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB550492
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

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
£36,500 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Feb 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

Scottish Environment Protection Agency

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH12 9FJ
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
Almond
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
8
Supplier Names

Life Technologies Ltd

Largs Yacht Haven Ltd

AECOM

thermo fisher scientific

Playscapes Scotland Ltd

Water Rescue Scotland

CAS DUNCAN

Echomaster Marine Limited

Further Information

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