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title: "Automated cell counter system - AWARD"
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# Automated cell counter system - AWARD

Buyer: CPI (CENTRE FOR PROCESS INNOVATION)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0db8e402-413a-44fa-b743-386519dee2a7

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## Summary

The public procurement process for the acquisition of an Automated Cell Counter System, valued at £122,528.94 GBP, was carried out by the Centre for Process Innovation (CPI), situated in Redcar, United Kingdom. This procurement falls under the industry category of blood-cell counters and utilises a restricted procedure method. The process has now reached the award stage, with a contract period commencing on 13th February 2026 and concluding on 12th February 2027. It targets multiple delivery locations, including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and United Kingdom. The tender period ended on 9th February 2026, with a deadline for quotations on 9th January 2026.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for suppliers in the medical device and laboratory equipment industries to expand their business footprint by engaging with CPI, a prominent buyer in the UK. The procurement is suitable for companies that specialise in the production and supply of automated blood-cell counting systems, particularly those with capabilities to meet specific pricing, lead times, assumptions, and exclusions as required by the buyer. Despite the suitability criteria excluding SMEs and VCSEs, larger firms with comprehensive solutions in cell counting technology could leverage this opportunity for substantial business growth in both domestic and international markets. Beckman Coulter United Kingdom Limited has been identified as the supplier for this awarded contract.

## Notice

We are inviting you to submit a quotation for Automated cell counter system. Attached are the specification and requirements for this mini competition. We kindly ask that you provide your quotation, including all relevant pricing, lead times, and any assumptions or exclusions, by 09/01/2026. We look forward to receiving your quotation.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4fc6b802-9907-421a-a53d-bfef29095c23 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 13 Feb 2026 - 12 Feb 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £122,528 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| 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 | CPI (CENTRE FOR PROCESS INNOVATION) |
| Locality | REDCAR |
| Post town | Cleveland |
| Postcode | TS10 4RF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC3 Tees Valley |
| ITL 3 | TLC32 South Teesside |
| Local authority | Redcar and Cleveland |
| Electoral ward | Dormanstown |
| Westminster constituency | Redcar |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BECKMAN COULTER UNITED KINGDOM |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38434550 - Blood-cell counters

## Release History

- 13 Feb 2026 at 08:23 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4fc6b802-9907-421a-a53d-bfef29095c23
- 13 Feb 2026 at 08:23 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4fc6b802-9907-421a-a53d-bfef29095c23

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4fc6b802-9907-421a-a53d-bfef29095c23
  13th February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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