---
title: "Laboratory Consumables"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-066bae"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF PORTSMOUTH HIGHER EDUCATION CORPORATION"
published: "2026-03-17"
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# Laboratory Consumables

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF PORTSMOUTH HIGHER EDUCATION CORPORATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-066bae

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## Summary

The procurement process for the supply of Laboratory Consumables and Chemicals was conducted by the University of Portsmouth Higher Education Corporation. This contract, under the title "Laboratory Consumables," falls under the industry category of disposable non-chemical medical consumables and haematological consumables. The procurement location is Portsmouth, United Kingdom, specifically in the UKJ31 region. This contracting process has reached the 'Award' stage, with the contract awarded on 22nd January 2026 to VWR International Ltd. The procurement method employed was 'limited,' and the process was carried out without prior publication of a call for competition, as it falls outside the scope of the directive. The framework under consideration is LAB4043 SU, operating on a non-exclusive basis without a committed contract value.

This tender offers opportunities for businesses specialising in the production or supply of laboratory consumables, particularly those involved in the manufacturing of disposable medical and haematological products, as well as chemical products. Since the University of Portsmouth is a significant educational entity, suppliers could potentially develop a long-term partnership and gain more business opportunities within the educational sector. VWR International Ltd, known for its role as a large-scale supplier, was successfully awarded the contract, indicating that larger firms with a strong supply capacity and competitive pricing might be particularly well-suited to compete for similar contracts. For businesses looking to expand their reach within the UK, especially in the educational field, this procurement presents an avenue to enhance visibility and business growth.

## Notice

Call-Off Contract for the supply of Laboratory Consumables and Chemicals under Framework LAB4043 SU. Goods will be ordered as and when required. This is a multi supplier award. Non exclusive contract, with no committed value.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Call off for the supply of Laboratory Consumables and Chemicals under Framework LAB4043 SU. Goods will be ordered as and when required. This is a multi supplier award. Non exclusive contract, with no committed value.

### Procurement Information

This contract is awarded under Framework LAB4043 SU

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023807-2026 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Jan 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 | £120,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF PORTSMOUTH HIGHER EDUCATION CORPORATION |
| Locality | PORTSMOUTH |
| Post town | Portsmouth |
| Postcode | PO1 2UP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ31 Portsmouth |
| Local authority | Portsmouth |
| Electoral ward | St Thomas |
| Westminster constituency | Portsmouth South |
| Delivery location | TLJ31 Portsmouth |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | VWR INTERNATIONAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 24 - Chemical products
- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 24000000 - Chemical products
- 33141000 - Disposable non-chemical medical consumables and haematological consumables

## Release History

- 17 Mar 2026 at 08:58 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023807-2026

## Notice URLs

- http://www.port.ac.uk
- https://www.avantorsciences.com

## Provenance

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