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title: "UKRI-6147 Benchtop Flow Cytometer"
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# UKRI-6147 Benchtop Flow Cytometer

Buyer: UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8fb532c9-860e-4902-8ec3-d7b365703743

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## Summary

The UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) has completed a procurement process to award a contract for the provision of a benchtop flow cytometer system. This procurement falls under the industry category for cytometers and is part of the NEUPC framework, designated for Life Sciences equipment, materials, and services. The process utilised a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender phase concluded on 10th July 2026, with the contract period starting on 27th July and ending on 3rd August 2026. The total contract value is £78,841.75, and the delivery covers locations including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, the Isle of Man, the United Kingdom, and the Rest of the World. The award stage was confirmed with the contract being granted to Fisher Scientific UK as of 24th July 2026.

This procurement provides a significant opportunity for businesses operating in the Life Sciences sector, particularly those specialising in sophisticated laboratory equipment. By aligning with such frameworks, companies can leverage established procurement routes to secure contracts that cater to extensive geographic scopes, thereby enhancing their market presence. Ideal contenders for similar future tenders would be businesses that can deliver specialised equipment while managing the logistics of a broad delivery network. Additionally, firms already engaged with framework agreements might be better positioned to explore call-off opportunities like this one, fostering growth through strategic collaborations with high-profile entities such as UKRI.

## Notice

UKRI have awarded a contract to a supplier to provide a benchtop flow cytometer system. This call-off contract has been awarded under the NEUPC framework LAB2010 NE Life Sciences equipment, Materials and Services.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a33b3ced-d315-4dbb-91cf-47ff9774f7cf |
| 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 | 27 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Jul 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Jul 2026 |
| Contract period | 26 Jul 2026 - 3 Aug 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £78,841 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £78,841 |
| 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 | FISHER SCIENTIFIC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38434510 - Cytometers

## Release History

- 27 Jul 2026 at 13:44 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a33b3ced-d315-4dbb-91cf-47ff9774f7cf

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a33b3ced-d315-4dbb-91cf-47ff9774f7cf
  27th July 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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