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title: "UKRI-5373 MRC LMS Sequencing System"
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buyer: "UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION"
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# UKRI-5373 MRC LMS Sequencing System

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cbf5075f-b69c-4959-9b11-fd06e55582de

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## Summary

The UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) successfully completed a procurement process titled "UKRI-5373 MRC LMS Sequencing System" in the industry category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, excluding glasses. This tender utilised a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement and is focused on the delivery of goods. The award stage was reached on 7th November 2025, with the end date for the tender process recorded as 4th November 2025. The project is to be executed in London and Swindon, with contractual obligations commencing on 10th November 2025 and concluding on 31st March 2026. The awarded contract had a value of £39,280.50, with Illumina Cambridge Ltd appointed as the supplier.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in laboratory and precision equipment, particularly those capable of participating in call-off contracts from framework agreements. Though the tender did not prioritise SME or VCSE organisations, companies in this sector can benefit from competitive pricing strategies and building relationships with major entities like UKRI. Engaging in such procurement helps businesses amplify their market presence and network within the public sector, thereby facilitating potential growth and the development of specialised solutions tailored to scientific and research-oriented environments.

## Notice

Sequencing System

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e9a5d105-232b-4e0e-a2c6-140d21e6f20a |
| 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 | 17 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Nov 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Nov 2025 |
| Contract period | 10 Nov 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £47,136 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £39,280 |
| 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 & 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 | TLI London |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ILLUMINA CAMBRIDGE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 17 Nov 2025 at 09:26 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e9a5d105-232b-4e0e-a2c6-140d21e6f20a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e9a5d105-232b-4e0e-a2c6-140d21e6f20a
  17th November 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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