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Automated Liquid Handler

SCOTTISH POLICE AUTHORITY

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08 May 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Police Authority has completed a procurement process for the supply and installation of an Automated Liquid Handling Robot System, including related consumables and an associated maintenance package. The process, conducted under an open procedure, focused on the public order and safety industry category. The awarded contract, valued at £157,195, was officially signed on 31st March 2026. The procurement took place in the UK, specifically within the Glasgow region, and involved meticulous planning and review stages, ultimately transitioning to the award phase by 8th May 2026.

This tender represents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment and technology, particularly those capable of providing high-quality and innovative solutions such as automated liquid handling systems. Given the importance placed on quality (70%) alongside price (30%) as award criteria, companies that focus on cutting-edge technological advancements and maintain quality standards are well-suited to compete in similar tenders. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), like Essex Scientific Laboratory Supplies Limited—who won the contract—demonstrate the potential for growth and collaboration within public sector projects, thereby fostering business development within this niche market.

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Notice Title

Automated Liquid Handler

Notice Description

The Scottish Police Authority (known as the "the Authority") had a requirement to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced supplier for the Supply and installation of a A Automated Liquid Handling Robot System and related consumables and associated maintenance package.

Lot Information

Lot 1

SPA Forensic Services had a requirement to procure and install an automated liquid handling system plus post installation training, an associated maintenance package and consumables. The instrument must be able to precisely and accurately sample, dilute and dispense solvated certified drug reference materials to produce complex drug mixes for the purpose of calibration and quality control samples for quantification purposes.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000831511
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY555519
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33950000 - Clinical forensics equipment and supplies

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£157,195 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 May 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 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
SCOTTISH POLICE AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G40 4EH
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Calton
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ESSEX SCIENTIFIC LABORATORY SUPPLIES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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