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title: "UKRI-MRC AKTA Replacement programme"
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# UKRI-MRC AKTA Replacement programme

Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0b0bfceb-1a60-4fab-9dcc-1b5b79f1c865

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by UK Shared Business Services Limited, pertains to the project titled "UKRI-MRC AKTA Replacement programme," aimed at upgrading FPLC systems for laboratory applications. This procurement falls under the category of laboratory, optical and precision equipment, with a specific focus on goods. It was conducted through a limited procurement method, employing a negotiated procedure without prior publication, and concluded on 21st September 2018. The contract period commenced on 24th September 2018 and extends for three years, concluding on 23rd September 2021. The project is located in the South East region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for companies involved in the supply of laboratory and precision equipment, particularly those specialised in liquid protein purification systems and relevant technologies. Businesses that specialise in advanced laboratory systems and have experience in negotiated procurement processes will find this an advantageous arena for growth. The awarded contract to GE Healthcare UK Limited, with a total value of £400,000, highlights the potential for similar suppliers to engage in partnerships that enhance their visibility and market reach in the growing field of healthcare technology.

## Notice

Upgrade of FPLC systems for liquid protein purification applications, rapid purity analysis in method development and drugtarget characterisation

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1e867a5e-3102-4dee-a4b8-ce9c74486085 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Negotiated procedure without prior publication (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Oct 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Sep 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Sep 2018 |
| Contract period | 23 Sep 2018 - 23 Sep 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £400,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon |
| Local authority | Swindon |
| Electoral ward | Rodbourne Cheney |
| Westminster constituency | Swindon North |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | GE HEALTHCARE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

## Release History

- 12 Oct 2018 at 12:34 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1e867a5e-3102-4dee-a4b8-ce9c74486085

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1e867a5e-3102-4dee-a4b8-ce9c74486085
  12th October 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://ted.europa.eu/TED/notice/udl?uri=TED:NOTICE:444694-2018:TEXT:EN:HTML
  TED award notice

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