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Cytation 9 Imager and 406 FX Washer and Reagent Dispenser

UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH

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17 Jul 2026 at 00:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process, led by the University of Edinburgh, pertained to the acquisition of a Cytation 9 Imager and 406 FX Washer and Reagent Dispenser, classified under the 'Education' industry category with a focus on high-value laboratory equipment. The procurement was conducted using an open procedure, indicative of a transparent and competitive process. Located in Edinburgh, Scotland (region UKM75), the contract reached the award stage with completion in July 2026. The awarded contract was signed with Agilent Technologies LDA UK Ltd on 7th July 2026 for a value of GBP 194,999.97, marking the culmination of the procurement process.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses supplying specialised laboratory equipment, particularly those with capabilities in imaging and reagent dispensing technologies. The open procurement method indicates equal opportunity for large-scale enterprises capable of delivering complex technological solutions. Suppliers looking to engage in academia-oriented procurement with established buying organisations like the University of Edinburgh could see significant avenues for growth and partnership through similar procurement opportunities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Cytation 9 Imager and 406 FX Washer and Reagent Dispenser

Notice Description

Cytation 9 Imager and 406 FX Washer and Reagent Dispenser

Lot Information

Lot 1

Cytation 9 and 406 FX Washer and Reagent Dispenser

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000837718
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560369
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

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
Not specified
Contracts Value
£194,999 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Jul 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

Buyer & Supplier

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

AGILENT TECHNOLOGIES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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