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title: "National Pipette Replacement"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05f9dc"
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# National Pipette Replacement

Buyer: SCOTTISH POLICE AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05f9dc

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## Summary

The public procurement process for the "National Pipette Replacement" has been overseen by the Scottish Police Authority, located in Glasgow, United Kingdom. The tender is classified under the main procurement category of goods, specifically targeting laboratory pipettes and accessories. The process utilised an open procurement method, which is governed by public law, ensuring transparency and inclusiveness. This procurement, initially active and later completed, had key actions culminating on 18th March 2026 when the contract was signed with McQuilkin & Co. for a value of GBP 87,170.82. The procurement was focused on providing pipettes and tips across five sites in the UKM region.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in laboratory equipment manufacturing, especially those excelling in quality technological requirements. The tender process favoured both quality and price, with 60% of the evaluation based on price, highlighting the competitiveness of economically viable solutions. Companies capable of offering not only high-quality laboratory products but also competitive pricing strategies are well-suited to capture contracts such as this, fostering their business growth within public sector procurements. Additionally, while the requirement initially included a lot with options and renewals, indicating potential extended business opportunities, it is crucial for businesses to stay informed on such tenders for timely engagement.

## Notice

National Pipette Replacement

### Lot Information

Lot 1

SPA Forensic Services has a requirement to procure Pipettes and Tips for a national replacement across 5 sites (details in attached documents)

Options: detailed in ITT pack

Renewal: Possible extension of 2 x 12 month periods

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032354-2026 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £87,170 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCOTTISH POLICE AUTHORITY |
| Locality | GLASGOW |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G40 4EH |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City |
| Local authority | Glasgow City |
| Electoral ward | Calton |
| Westminster constituency | Glasgow East |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MCQUILKIN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38437000 - Laboratory pipettes and accessories
- 38437100 - Pipettes

## Release History

- 9 Apr 2026 at 11:29 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032354-2026
- 19 Dec 2025 at 09:21 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/084692-2025

## Notice URLs

- http://www.spa.police.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000818655
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA19762

## Provenance

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