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title: "High-throughput quantitative PCR (HT-qPCR)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-065959"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "THE UNIVERSITY OF BATH"
published: "2026-02-20"
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# High-throughput quantitative PCR (HT-qPCR)

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BATH  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-065959

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## Summary

The University of Bath is conducting a tender process to procure High-throughput quantitative PCR (HT-qPCR) equipment for research purposes. This procurement, classified within the public authority sector of sub-central government, is aimed at acquiring goods directly related to real-time polymerase chain reaction equipment. The tender is currently active, with an open procurement method allowing for broad competition. Interested parties can submit their applications electronically until the deadline on 20th March 2026 at 12:00. The total contract value stands at £120,000 and the delivery is expected to occur within the United Kingdom, specifically Bath.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in scientific and laboratory equipment, particularly those with expertise in PCR technology. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are well-positioned to compete given the suitability criteria. Moreover, the criteria for awarding contracts focus on price, quality, and sustainability, allowing innovative and cost-effective solutions to stand out. The procurement contract is set to commence on 1st April 2026 and will extend until 1st April 2029, offering a substantial period for business engagement and growth in scientific service provisioning.

## Notice

The University is seeking to procure a High-throughput quantitative PCR (HT-qPCR) per the details in the specification To view this notice, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=1016012642

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015712-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 1 Apr 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £120,000 |
| Lots value | £120,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE UNIVERSITY OF BATH |
| Locality | BATH |
| Post town | Bath |
| Postcode | BA2 7AY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | Bath and North East Somerset |
| Electoral ward | Bathwick |
| Westminster constituency | Bath |
| Delivery location | TLK12 Bath and North East Somerset, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38951000 - Real-time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) equipment

## Release History

- 20 Feb 2026 at 14:05 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015712-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015712-2026
  20th February 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/295R2UF8T4

## Notice URLs

- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=1016012642
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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