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title: "IBDSENSE Medical Device Prototype"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-054deb"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH"
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# IBDSENSE Medical Device Prototype

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-054deb

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## Summary

The University of Edinburgh has concluded a procurement process for the creation and development of a medical device prototype, specifically an IBDSENSE Fluorescence Reader and Sample Cartridge, aimed at application in clinical environments. The project falls under the category of prototyping services and involves a contract valued at £350,000. The procurement utilised the open procedure method and the involvement of supplier eg technology Ltd has been announced, marking the award stage of this contract as active as of 23rd September 2025. Although one lot was initially cancelled, the procurement aims for further modification options, with potential extensions available up until September 2028. The location specified for this procurement activity is Edinburgh, within the UKM75 region.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in medical device design, engineering, and development to expand their portfolio and gain substantial project experience. Companies with expertise in research and development services, specifically those skilled in prototyping and creating development models, would be well-suited for future engagements. Additionally, the focus on technical quality in the award criteria, which weighs 90% of the evaluation, suggests that businesses with robust technological capabilities have a competitive advantage. Furthermore, small and medium-sized enterprises, particularly those accustomed to delivering tailored technological solutions in the healthcare sector, may find this procurement advantageous for fostering growth and establishing a stronger foothold in the public healthcare procurement market. The invitation for sub-contracting within the Edinburgh and South East Scotland region also offers broader participation and potential community benefits.

## Notice

The University of Edinburgh is seeking a design, engineering and development supplier in the medical device field to develop a new proof-of-principle fluorescence reader and sample cartridge. The desired outcome from this partnership is a pilot prototype of a Fluorometer and its cartridge that is operational and able to be used successfully in a hospital or medical clinic environment.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The University of Edinburgh is seeking a design, engineering and development supplier in the medical device field to develop a new proof-of-principle fluorescence reader and sample cartridge. The desired outcome from this partnership is a pilot prototype of a Fluorometer and its cartridge that is operational and able to be used successfully in a hospital or medical clinic environment.

Options: Options for contract modification to extend until Pilot Prototype is developed or up until September 2028. The Buyer reserves the right to vary this contract to include additional services for the next 3 years within the aim to develop a pilot prototype. This variation will be done by mutual agreement between the Buyer and successful bidder. There is no guarantee of additional services other than the awarded services in this procurement.

Renewal: Options to extend until Pilot Prototype is developed or up until September 2028

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064690-2025 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Jul 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £350,000 |
| Lots value | £350,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £350,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH1 1HT |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh East and Musselburgh |
| Delivery location | TLM75 City of Edinburgh |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | EG TECHNOLOGY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 71320000 - Engineering design services
- 71330000 - Miscellaneous engineering services
- 72242000 - Design-modelling services
- 72244000 - Prototyping services
- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 73100000 - Research and experimental development services
- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services
- 73300000 - Design and execution of research and development

## Release History

- 13 Oct 2025 at 11:02 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064690-2025
- 17 Jun 2025 at 08:55 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032808-2025

## Notice URLs

- http://www.ed.ac.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000801797
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00107
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/

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