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title: "Analysing Flow Cytometer"
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# Analysing Flow Cytometer

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-25adba04-9175-4886-8618-32925fc7ae71

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## Summary

The University of Southampton has successfully completed the procurement of a high-performance flow cytometer, as part of a selective procurement method under a framework agreement. This significant acquisition, valued at £203,219, will serve to enhance research and diagnostic capabilities across various biotechnological fields. The equipment will be delivered to the South East region of the United Kingdom and includes a five-year service agreement with comprehensive staff training. The procurement concluded with the award on 28th May 2025, and the contract period spans from 30th May 2025 to 10th July 2031.

This tender presents business growth opportunities particularly for large suppliers specialising in analytical and diagnostic equipment, such as Fisher Scientific U.K., Limited, which successfully secured the contract award. Companies in the biotechnology, healthcare, and diagnostics sectors can benefit from similar procurement processes by engaging in innovative solutions and high-tech product offerings to meet the sophisticated needs of academic and clinical research institutions. The procurement methods employed, such as call-offs from framework agreements, open avenues for organisations aiming to strengthen partnerships within the educational and scientific community.

## Notice

A flow cytometer is a highly specialized analytical instrument used to rapidly measure and analyse the physical and chemical characteristics of cells or particles suspended in a fluid stream. It enables the detection of cell size, granularity, and fluorescence intensity through the use of lasers and optical detectors. Flow cytometry is essential in a wide range of applications, including immunophenotyping, cell sorting, biomarker detection, and cell cycle analysis, making it a critical tool in research, clinical diagnostics, and biotechnology settings. This procurement aims to acquire a robust and high-performance flow cytometer to support advanced analytical capabilities in line with current and future research or diagnostic needs. The solution will also be procured with a 5 year service agreement and training for staff

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c974a4e0-abee-46b6-986f-c3932651cdbb |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 28 May 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 May 2025 |
| Contract period | 29 May 2025 - 10 Jul 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £203,219 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £203,219 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON |
| Locality | SOUTHAMPTON |
| Post town | Southampton |
| Postcode | SO17 1BJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ32 Southampton |
| Local authority | Southampton |
| Electoral ward | Portswood |
| Westminster constituency | Southampton Test |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | FISHER SCIENTIFIC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38434510 - Cytometers

## Release History

- 28 May 2025 at 09:55 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c974a4e0-abee-46b6-986f-c3932651cdbb

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c974a4e0-abee-46b6-986f-c3932651cdbb
  28th May 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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