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title: "(NU/1506) Supply and installation of a multi-application microarray robot for agri-food research, industrial biotechnology and on-chip manufacturing"
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# (NU/1506) Supply and installation of a multi-application microarray robot for agri-food research, industrial biotechnology and on-chip manufacturing

Buyer: NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-549fa20f-7b1a-42de-90bb-4725cf53fc0a

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## Summary

Newcastle University is undertaking a procurement tender titled "(NU/1506) Supply and installation of a multi-application microarray robot for agri-food research, industrial biotechnology and on-chip manufacturing." This initiative falls under the industry category of laboratory, optical and precision equipment, with an estimated contract value of £280,000. The contract period commenced on 28th August 2019 and will conclude on 27th August 2020. The procurement process was conducted through an open procedure, and the tender period concluded on 9th August 2019, indicating that the award was made shortly thereafter, with the contract awarded to ArrayJet Ltd on 27th August 2019.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the technology and equipment supply sectors, particularly those specialising in laboratory and industrial robotics. Companies that can provide advanced manufacturing technologies or support services aligned with the specific needs of the agri-food and biotechnology industries would find a strong fit for this contract. With the focus on bespoke equipment that enhances research capabilities, small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in custom machinery or specialised support are well-positioned to explore similar future procurement opportunities within this growing sector.

## Notice

Newcastle University has been awarded funding from the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) to purchase an advanced and uniquely capable microarray robot that is custom manufactured with bespoke features. These features are required to enhance the robot's capacity and versatility to support applications in agri-food research, industrial biotechnology and on-chip manufacturing. The scope of this contract is for the supply, delivery and installation of equipment and as detailed in the invitation to tender document to the University, with after-sales support and 36 months warranty and maintenance

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bbd9823e-f681-4a03-84b1-9f3993f5b02b |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Aug 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Aug 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Aug 2019 |
| Contract period | 27 Aug 2019 - 27 Aug 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £280,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £277,880 |
| 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 | NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | NEWCASTLE |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE1 7RU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Electoral ward | Monument |
| Westminster constituency | Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ARRAYJET |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 42997300 - Industrial robots

## Release History

- 30 Aug 2019 at 09:04 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bbd9823e-f681-4a03-84b1-9f3993f5b02b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bbd9823e-f681-4a03-84b1-9f3993f5b02b
  30th August 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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