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title: "CSP26102 - Low Temperature Freezer"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-064686"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION"
published: "2026-02-04"
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# CSP26102 - Low Temperature Freezer

Buyer: UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-064686

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## Summary

The procurement process, conducted by UK Research and Innovation and facilitated by UK Shared Business Services Ltd, involves the acquisition of a low temperature freezer, identified under the title "CSP26102 - Low Temperature Freezer". This falls within the industry category of upright-type freezers and is technically based in Swindon, United Kingdom. The procurement stage is complete, following a direct method due to an absence of competition, and culminated in an award dated 4th February 2026. The contract has been signed with PHC EUROPE B.V. and is set to run from 3rd February 2026 to 30th September 2026. The procurement was valued at £16,320 gross.

This contract offers a lucrative opportunity for businesses specialising in scientific equipment, especially those already involved in producing or supplying temperature-controlled storage solutions. Although this particular contract was awarded due to the lack of alternative suppliers, companies in similar industries should note the specific technical needs of bodies such as UK Research and Innovation. Expanding capabilities to meet such specialised requirements could enhance the competitive edge for businesses willing to invest in niche products for central government agencies. The delivery location being in the UK highlights an advantageous geographical focus for suppliers operating within the region.

## Notice

***** THIS IS A CONTRACT DETAILS NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded without competition due to an absence of competition for technical reasons, only a particular supplier can supply the goods, services or works required. Contract details notice for the supply of PHCbi TwinGuard ECO -86degC Upright VIP Freezer and delivery to UKRI

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009814-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 3 Feb 2026 - 30 Sep 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £13,600 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION |
| Additional buyers | UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LTD |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FL |
| 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 | PHC EUROPE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

### Codes

- 39711123 - Upright-type freezers

## Release History

- 4 Feb 2026 at 10:20 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009814-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009814-2026
  4th February 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.phchd.com/eu/biomedical
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.uksbs.co.uk/

## Provenance

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