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Olink Explore HT Assay Sequencing Services

UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH

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Summary of the contracting process

The contracting process initiated by the University of Edinburgh, located in Edinburgh, sought sequencing services under the project titled "Olink Explore HT Assay Sequencing Services." This procurement falls within the education sector, and the contract pertains to service-related activities, specifically under the CPV code 71900000. The procurement utilised an open procedure method, encompassing the Greater Public Administration (GPA) standards. The process has advanced from its tender stage to the award stage, concluding with the contract being signed on 2nd March 2026. The contract's location is primarily within the UK region UKM75, with the procurement status marked as complete. The total contract value amounts to £123,840 GBP.

This tender offers significant business opportunities, notably for larger companies specialising in life sciences equipment, materials, and services. As the process was conducted under an open procedure, businesses with capabilities in sequencing assay services can leverage this opportunity to collaborate with an esteemed educational institution like the University of Edinburgh. Although the competition was limited, with only one foreign bid submitted, it indicates the potential for international entities to engage in similar projects. This contract can serve as a stepping stone for businesses looking to expand their clientele within the educational sector, especially in high-tech sequencing services.

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Notice Title

Olink Explore HT Assay Sequencing Services

Notice Description

Olink Explore HT Assay Sequencing Services

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000826642
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551758
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71900000 - Laboratory services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£123,840 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Not Specified
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

GENEWIZ

Further Information

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