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title: "UKRI-5904 MRC LMB Laser-Scanning Biomolecular Imager"
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# UKRI-5904 MRC LMB Laser-Scanning Biomolecular Imager

Buyer: UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-17511db5-edd5-44e2-a95e-7587079ea743

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## Summary

The procurement process led by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) involved acquiring a Laser-Scanning Biomolecular Imager for the MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology (LMB) under the title "UKRI-5904 MRC LMB Laser-Scanning Biomolecular Imager." This procurement falls within the industry category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, excluding glasses, specifically located in the East of England, United Kingdom. The procurement utilised a selective method, executed as a call-off from a framework agreement, with the award stage now complete. The contract, awarded to Global Life Sciences Solutions Operations UK Ltd (Cytiva) for £113,225.30, covers a period from 5th May to 31st December 2026, following the completion of the tender period on 23rd April 2026.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities, particularly for businesses specialising in laboratory and optical equipment manufacturing and distribution. It offers a chance to engage with high-profile organisations like UKRI and expand market presence within the scientific research sector. Companies possessing strong capabilities in precision instrumentation, technological innovation, and custom supply solutions would be well-suited to such procurement opportunities. Collaborative experience with research institutes and a track record of delivering specialised equipment will also prove advantageous in competitive contract environments such as this.

## Notice

Provision of Laser-Scanning Biomolecular Imager at MRC LMB

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/940c2c44-fa38-46fc-8bce-8405337775fd |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Apr 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 4 May 2026 - 31 Dec 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £113,225 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £113,225 |
| 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 RESEARCH AND INNOVATION |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FL |
| 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | GLOBAL LIFE SCIENCES SOLUTIONS OPERATIONS UK LTD (CYTIVA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 20 May 2026 at 14:48 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/940c2c44-fa38-46fc-8bce-8405337775fd

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/940c2c44-fa38-46fc-8bce-8405337775fd
  20th May 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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