---
title: "Supply of Potency Assay Services for RNA and RNA-LNP products"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06835b"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "CENTRE FOR PROCESS INNOVATION LIMITED"
published: "2026-04-15"
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# Supply of Potency Assay Services for RNA and RNA-LNP products

Buyer: CENTRE FOR PROCESS INNOVATION LIMITED  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06835b

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## Summary

The Centre for Process Innovation Limited, located in Redcar, UK, is currently inviting tenders for the provision of potency assay services for RNA and RNA-LNP products. This procurement falls within the category of laboratory and research services, and aims to maintain the consistency and efficacy of RNA-LNP formulations using in vitro potency assays. The process is in its tender stage, with key dates including the bid submission deadline at 12 noon on the 15th of May 2026. Bidders are required to electronically upload their responses through the designated website, ensuring completion before the specified deadline. The procurement method adopted is an open procedure, and a single supplier framework agreement will be established, allowing direct awards without further competition.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses specialising in laboratory services, particularly those adept at conducting research and experimental development. It's designed to support the growth of businesses that can offer high-quality service responses and competitive pricing as per the evaluation criteria. Companies with expertise in RNA-LNP assay services are well-positioned to benefit from this opportunity. The structured framework agreement ensures that successful bidders will have the potential for continued engagement throughout the framework duration, fostering ongoing business growth and development within the field of experimental laboratory services.

## Notice

This tender seeks to engage a qualified service provider to perform cell based, in vitro potency assays for the quantification of both RNA (drug substance) and RNA-LNP (Lipid Nanoparticle) (drug product) activity. The assays will be used to evaluate the biological functionality of RNA-LNP formulations, ensuring consistency and efficacy during production.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034357-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 15 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 25 Jun 2026 - 25 Jun 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £300,000 |
| Lots value | £300,000 |
| 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 | CENTRE FOR PROCESS INNOVATION LIMITED |
| Locality | REDCAR |
| Post town | Cleveland |
| Postcode | TS10 4RF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC3 Tees Valley |
| ITL 3 | TLC32 South Teesside |
| Local authority | Redcar and Cleveland |
| Electoral ward | Dormanstown |
| Westminster constituency | Redcar |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 71900000 - Laboratory services
- 73100000 - Research and experimental development services
- 73111000 - Research laboratory services
- 73120000 - Experimental development services

## Release History

- 15 Apr 2026 at 14:52 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034357-2026
- 15 Apr 2026 at 14:49 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034352-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034357-2026
  15th April 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034352-2026
  15th April 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://uk-cpi.com
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/uk-cpi/aspx/Home
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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