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title: "CEFAS26-59 Contract for Laser Capture Microdissection (LCM) computer replacement"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0674df"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "CENTRE FOR ENVIRONMENT, FISHERIES AND AQUACULTURE SCIENCE"
published: "2026-03-26"
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# CEFAS26-59 Contract for Laser Capture Microdissection (LCM) computer replacement

Buyer: CENTRE FOR ENVIRONMENT, FISHERIES AND AQUACULTURE SCIENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0674df

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## Summary

The Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (CEFAS) undertook a procurement process titled "CEFAS26-59 Contract for Laser Capture Microdissection (LCM) computer replacement," focusing on goods in the laboratory, optical, and precision equipment category. Located in Lowestoft, United Kingdom, CEFAS proceeded with a direct procurement method, implementing a below-threshold approach without competition. The contract, valued at £14,750, aimed to replace the computer associated with the LCM microscope situated in their Weymouth laboratory. Key dates included the contract signing on 19 February 2026, with the contract period spanning from 20 February to 31 March 2026, effectively completing the award stage by 26 March 2026.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in laboratory and precision equipment, particularly those capable of supplying advanced technologies like laser capture microdissection systems. Although this particular contract has already been awarded to Molecular Machines & Industries GmbH, large businesses in this sector should consider similar future opportunities with CEFAS or other sub-central government public authorities. Engaging in such tenders can facilitate business growth by establishing a foothold in public sector procurement within the UK and potentially expanding operations into international markets like Germany.

## Notice

Contract for the replacement of a LCM The is a need to replace the computer that operates the LCM microscope in the Weymouth laboratory

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027820-2026 |
| 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 | 26 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 20 Feb 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £14,750 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CENTRE FOR ENVIRONMENT, FISHERIES AND AQUACULTURE SCIENCE |
| Locality | LOWESTOFT |
| Post town | Norwich |
| Postcode | NR33 0HT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH6 Suffolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH63 East Suffolk |
| Local authority | East Suffolk |
| Electoral ward | Kirkley & Pakefield |
| Westminster constituency | Lowestoft |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MOLECULAR MACHINES & INDUSTIRES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

## Release History

- 26 Mar 2026 at 11:32 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027820-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027820-2026
  26th March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://defra-family.force.com/s/Welcome
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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