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title: "UKRI RE20325 real time PCR machines"
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# UKRI RE20325 real time PCR machines

Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-eca0ab57-a427-4eed-bb84-9f6fc4bf8e45

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## Summary

The UK Shared Business Services Limited initiated a tender process for the supply of real-time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) machines under the title "UKRI RE20325 real time PCR machines." This procurement, classified under goods, had an estimated value of £30,313.53 and primarily took place in Swindon, England. The tender period ended on 6 July 2020, and the corresponding contract commenced on 7 July 2020, with a duration extending until 25 June 2021. The procurement method was a direct approach through a single tender action, indicating a streamlined process for this acquisition.

This contract presents valuable opportunities for businesses involved in supplying scientific or laboratory equipment, particularly those capable of providing PCR technology. Organisations with expertise in medical or life sciences, especially larger-scale companies like Life Technologies Ltd, which has already secured this contract, are well-positioned to compete. Smaller businesses may face challenges due to the size and requirements of such contracts but can still seek similar opportunities within the goods sector related to health and research equipment.

## Notice

UKRI RE20325 real time PCR machines for MRC.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/235de101-54fd-4182-b838-0482a3006805 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 31 Jul 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Jul 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Jul 2020 |
| Contract period | 6 Jul 2020 - 25 Jun 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £30,313 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £30,313 |
| 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 SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FF |
| 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 | LIFE TECHNOLOGIES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38951000 - Real-time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) equipment

## Release History

- 31 Jul 2020 at 13:04 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/235de101-54fd-4182-b838-0482a3006805

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/235de101-54fd-4182-b838-0482a3006805
  31st July 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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