--- title: "QUB/2715/25 Framework for Lab Consumables and Chemicals" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04e47a" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04e47a" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04e47a.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04e47a.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "QUEEN'S UNIVERSITY BELFAST" published: "2025-07-30" --- # QUB/2715/25 Framework for Lab Consumables and Chemicals Buyer: QUEEN'S UNIVERSITY BELFAST Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04e47a [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04e47a) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04e47a.json) ## Summary The Queen's University Belfast has completed a procurement process titled "QUB/2715/25 Framework for Lab Consumables and Chemicals". This open procedure was carried out under the legal basis of CELEX 32014L0024. The initiative aimed to establish a framework agreement for the supply and delivery of laboratory consumables and chemicals across various sites within the university, located in Belfast. As of 30th July 2025, this contract has reached the award stage. The contract, valued at £1,000,000, has been signed under multiple lots, each focusing on specific categories such as general glass, quick fit glass, lab consumables, tissue culture/laboratory plastics, consumables, chemicals, and health, safety, and hygiene. These categories align with the industry classification of basic inorganic and organic chemicals, indicating a broad reach within the scientific and laboratory supply industries. The procurement method followed was an open procedure, ensuring transparency and competitiveness. This procurement opportunity presents significant potential for business growth, especially for suppliers within the field of scientific and laboratory supplies. Companies ranging from those specializing in glassware to those providing chemicals and safety equipment would find this framework beneficial. The ability to tender for multiple lots without restriction allows firms to capitalize on their strengths across various categories, diversifying their service offerings. SMEs, in particular, would be well-suited to compete as the process allowed for effective participation from small and medium-sized enterprises, promoting fair competition. With lots evaluated independently, businesses can target specific areas of expertise, increasing their chances of success in delivering vital resources to a leading educational institution. This framework agreement not only provides revenue opportunities but also establishes long-term relationships with Queen's University Belfast, fostering stability and continuous collaboration. ## Notice Queen's University Belfast (Queen's) require the Supply and Delivery of Laboratory Consumables and Chemicals. These products will be for the general University and delivery will be required at various sites throughout the campus. For more information on the University's sites, please click on the following campus map - Campus MapQueen's wish to establish a framework agreement which will be categorised into seven lots as detailed below:- Lot 1 General GlassLot 2 Quick Fit GlassLot 3 Lab ConsumablesLot 4 Tissue Culture / Laboratory PlasticsLot 5 Tissue Culture ConsumablesLot 6 ChemicalsLot 7 Health, Safety and HygieneIt is anticipated that a framework of Economic Operators shall be appointed under each of the above-identified lots.Economic Operators are invited to tender for one, two or all seven Lots. There are no restrictions on how many Lots an Economic Operator can apply for. Each Lot will be evaluated independently against the evaluation criteria and Queen's reserves t ### Lot Information Lot 1: General Glass Framework for the Supply and Delivery of Laboratory Consumables and ChemicalsLot 1 General GlassLot 2 Quick Fit GlassLot 3 Lab ConsumablesLot 4 Tissue Culture / Laboratory PlasticsLot 5 Tissue Culture ConsumablesLot 6 ChemicalsLot 7 Health, Safety and Hygiene Options: The Initial Contract Period will be for 12 months, with the option to extend for a further 24 months period Renewal: Initial Contract Period will be for 24 months with the option to extend for a further 24 months period Lot 2 Quick Fit Glass Framework for the Supply and Delivery of Laboratory Consumables and ChemicalsLot 1 General GlassLot 2 Quick Fit GlassLot 3 Lab ConsumablesLot 4 Tissue Culture / Laboratory PlasticsLot 5 Tissue Culture ConsumablesLot 6 ChemicalsLot 7 Health, Safety and Hygiene Options: The Initial Contract Period will be for 12 months, with the option to extend for a further 24 months period Renewal: The initial Contract Period will be for 24 months with the option to extend for a further 24 months period Lot 3 Lab Consumables Framework for the Supply and Delivery of Laboratory Consumables and ChemicalsLot 1 General GlassLot 2 Quick Fit GlassLot 3 Lab ConsumablesLot 4 Tissue Culture / Laboratory PlasticsLot 5 Tissue Culture ConsumablesLot 6 ChemicalsLot 7 Health, Safety and Hygiene Options: The Initial Contract Period will be for 12 months, with the option to extend for a further 24 months period Renewal: The initial Contract Period will be for 24 months with the option to extend for a further 24 months period Lot 4 Tissue Culture / Laboratory Plastics Framework for the Supply and Delivery of Laboratory Consumables and ChemicalsLot 1 General GlassLot 2 Quick Fit GlassLot 3 Lab ConsumablesLot 4 Tissue Culture / Laboratory PlasticsLot 5 Tissue Culture ConsumablesLot 6 ChemicalsLot 7 Health, Safety and Hygiene Options: The Initial Contract Period will be for 12 months, with the option to extend for a further 24 months period Renewal: The initial Contract Period will be for 24 months with the option to extend for a further 24 months period Lot 5 Tissue Culture Consumables Framework for the Supply and Delivery of Laboratory Consumables and ChemicalsLot 1 General GlassLot 2 Quick Fit GlassLot 3 Lab ConsumablesLot 4 Tissue Culture / Laboratory PlasticsLot 5 Tissue Culture ConsumablesLot 6 ChemicalsLot 7 Health, Safety and Hygiene Options: The Initial Contract Period will be for 12 months, with the option to extend for a further 24 months period Renewal: The initial Contract Period will be for 24 months with the option to extend for a further 24 months period Lot 6 Chemicals Framework for the Supply and Delivery of Laboratory Consumables and ChemicalsLot 1 General GlassLot 2 Quick Fit GlassLot 3 Lab ConsumablesLot 4 Tissue Culture / Laboratory PlasticsLot 5 Tissue Culture ConsumablesLot 6 ChemicalsLot 7 Health, Safety and Hygiene Options: The Initial Contract Period will be for 12 months, with the option to extend for a further 24 months period Renewal: The initial Contract Period will be for 24 months with the option to extend for a further 24 months period Lot 7 Health, Safety and Hygiene Framework for the Supply and Delivery of Laboratory Consumables and ChemicalsLot 1 General GlassLot 2 Quick Fit GlassLot 3 Lab ConsumablesLot 4 Tissue Culture / Laboratory PlasticsLot 5 Tissue Culture ConsumablesLot 6 ChemicalsLot 7 Health, Safety and Hygiene Options: The Initial Contract Period will be for 12 months, with the option to extend for a further 24 months period Renewal: The initial Contract Period will be for 24 months with the option to extend for a further 24 months period ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044232-2025 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 30 Jul 2025 | | Submission deadline | 24 Mar 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 1 Jul 2025 | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | £1,000,000 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Cancelled | | Awards status | Active | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | QUEEN'S UNIVERSITY BELFAST | | Locality | BELFAST | | Post town | Northern Ireland | | Postcode | BT7 1NN | | Country | Northern Ireland | | ITL 1 | TLN Northern Ireland | | ITL 2 | TLN0 Northern Ireland | | ITL 3 | TLN06 Belfast | | Local authority | Belfast | | Electoral ward | Central | | Westminster constituency | Belfast South and Mid Down | | Delivery location | TLN06 Belfast | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 18 | | Supplier names | APPLETON WOODS; AQUILANT SCIENTIFIC NI; CLIMISCIENCES; CLINISCIENCES; DAVIDSON AND HARDY LABORATORY SUPPLIES; DAVIDSON AND HARDY LABORATORYSUPPLIES; DIXON SCIENCE; FLUOROCHEM; LABORATORY SUPPLIES & INSTRUMENTS; MEDICAL SUPPLY; MERCK LIFE SCIENCE; PREMIER SCIENTIFIC; SARSTEDT; SCIENTIFIC GLASS LABORATORIES; SCIENTIFIC LABORATORY SUPPLIES; STARLAB; VWR INTERNATIONAL; VWR INTERNATIONAL LIMTED | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories - 19 - Leather and textile fabrics, plastic and rubber materials - 24 - Chemical products - 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products - 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) - 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products - 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus) ### Codes - 18142000 - Safety visors - 18444100 - Safety headgear - 19520000 - Plastic products - 24300000 - Basic inorganic and organic chemicals - 24310000 - Basic inorganic chemicals - 24311500 - Hydroxides as basic inorganic chemicals - 24315000 - Miscellaneous inorganic chemicals - 24320000 - Basic organic chemicals - 24327000 - Miscellaneous organic chemicals - 33140000 - Medical consumables - 33141000 - Disposable non-chemical medical consumables and haematological consumables - 33141500 - Haematological consumables - 33141800 - Dental consumables - 33181500 - Renal consumables - 33181520 - Renal dialysis consumables - 33697000 - Medical preparations excluding dental consumables - 33790000 - Laboratory, hygienic or pharmaceutical glassware - 33791000 - Hygienic glassware - 33792000 - Pharmaceutical glassware - 33793000 - Laboratory glassware - 35113000 - Safety equipment - 35113400 - Protective and safety clothing - 38437000 - Laboratory pipettes and accessories - 39299000 - Glassware - 44425500 - Plastic sticks - 44618350 - Plastic caps ## Release History - 30 Jul 2025 at 11:34 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044232-2025 - 19 Feb 2025 at 17:43 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006009-2025 ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/queensuniversitybelfast/aspx/Home - https://www.qub.ac.uk/directorates/FinanceDirectorate/visitors/procurement/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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