---
title: "Biofoundry DNA Script SYNTAX equipment (and optional Hamilton liquid handler)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05ce75"
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buyer: "CENTRE FOR PROCESS INNOVATION LIMITED"
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# Biofoundry DNA Script SYNTAX equipment (and optional Hamilton liquid handler)

Buyer: CENTRE FOR PROCESS INNOVATION LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05ce75

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## Summary

The Centre for Process Innovation Limited, located in Redcar, United Kingdom, is the buyer for a procurement process concerning the purchase of Biofoundry DNA Script SYNTAX equipment, with an optional Hamilton liquid handler. This contract, under the industry category of biochemical analysers, aims to support the Biofoundry programme by equipping it with prototype machinery for DNA manufacturing. The procurement, in the Award stage, follows a direct award method due to the specialised nature of the equipment. The contract was finalised on 3rd December 2025, with an end date of 30th September 2028. The process was supported by UK legislation 2023/54, underlining its importance to national innovation pathways.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in biochemical analysis and DNA manufacturing technologies. Companies with expertise in producing or supplying advanced, bespoke biochemical equipment will find this contract appealing. It provides a chance to integrate into a broader network of Biofoundries worldwide, facilitating the development of cutting-edge RNA-LNP production technologies. By engaging in this contract, businesses can expand their market presence within a network initiated by the Wellcome Leap, promoting access to innovative life sciences solutions for early-stage academics and SMEs. An opportunity thus exists not only for contractors in hardware supply but also for organisations focused on technological advancement and strategic international collaborations.

## Notice

CPI require equipment to manufacture DNA to support the Biofoundry programme. This equipment is specifically designated in the business case and forms part of the programme from OLS via Innovate UK. This equipment forms the first stage of the Biofoundry process, producing the synthetic DNA templates that are essential to supply in-vitro transcription (IVT) and the subsequent RNA-LNP manufacturing workflow

### Procurement Information

The equipment is a prototype developed specifically to enable the Biofoundy the capability of being a 'DNA printer'. Forming a core element of the Biofoundry, it will allow bespoke DNA to be printed to support the manufacture of RNA-LNP. It will allow multiple, complex DNA candidates to be manufactured quickly, in house for a reasonable price. Facilitating the Biofoundry model. The UK Biofoundry forms part of the broader worldwide Biofoundy network. Initiated by the charity, Wellcome Leap inc, the vision is to enable early-stage academics and SME's access to cost effective RNA-LNP to enable more shots on goal with this life changing technology while enhancing the worlds pandemic readiness. The Biofoundry network, via Wellcome Leap, has directly funded development of the UK Biofoundry equipment

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000241-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Oct 2025 |
| Contract period | 3 Dec 2025 - 30 Sep 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £2,040,000 |
| Contracts value | £2,500,855 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CENTRE FOR PROCESS INNOVATION LIMITED |
| Locality | REDCAR |
| Post town | Cleveland |
| Postcode | TS10 4RF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC3 Tees Valley |
| ITL 3 | TLC32 South Teesside |
| Local authority | Redcar and Cleveland |
| Electoral ward | Dormanstown |
| Westminster constituency | Redcar |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | DNA SCRIPT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38434500 - Biochemical analysers

## Release History

- 5 Jan 2026 at 11:54 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000241-2026
- 28 Oct 2025 at 10:46 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068849-2025
- 17 Oct 2025 at 08:05 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066117-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000241-2026
  5th January 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068849-2025
  28th October 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066117-2025
  17th October 2025 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://uk-cpi.com
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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