---
title: "2526-027-STA-PHW CRU SPECIFIC MOLECULAR BIOLOGY PRODUCTS"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-068830"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "PUBLIC HEALTH WALES NHS TRUST"
published: "2026-04-22"
---

# 2526-027-STA-PHW CRU SPECIFIC MOLECULAR BIOLOGY PRODUCTS

Buyer: PUBLIC HEALTH WALES NHS TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-068830

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## Summary

The public procurement process initiated by Public Health Wales NHS Trust involves the provision of Cryptosporidium Reference Unit specific molecular biology products. This award involves the supply of microbiological cultures, classified under the goods category. The tender was executed using a direct procurement method, which is below the threshold and conducted without competition, reflecting an efficient yet streamlined approach. The procurement stage is complete, and it concerns the Public Health Wales NHS Trust based in Cardiff, United Kingdom. Life Technologies has been chosen as the supplier, with the contract active from 1st November 2025 through to 31st October 2028, having been signed on 7th October 2025. This procurement is aligned with Welsh devolved regulations and focuses on central government public authority requirements. The gross contract value amounts to £89,999.99.

This procurement tender represents significant business growth opportunities, especially for enterprises specialising in molecular biology products, microbiological research, and laboratory supplies. The direct procurement method indicates an opportunity for established businesses to offer specialised products without competitive bidding pressures. Large-scale suppliers with the capacity to meet stringent quality and regulatory standards would be well-suited to engage in such tenders, particularly those already coordinating closely with NHS entities. Located in Cardiff, the process invites collaboration within the Public Health sector, opening avenues for strategic partnerships and showcasing in UK healthcare and research domains.

## Notice

Provision of Cryptosporidium Reference Unit specific molecular biology products to Public Health Wales

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036454-2026 |
| 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 | 22 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Oct 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2025 - 31 Oct 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £76,999 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | PUBLIC HEALTH WALES NHS TRUST |
| Additional buyers | NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST) |
| Locality | CARDIFF |
| Post town | Cardiff |
| Postcode | CF10 4BZ |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL51 Central Valleys and Bridgend |
| Local authority | Rhondda Cynon Taf |
| Electoral ward | Taff's Well |
| Westminster constituency | Cardiff North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | LIFE TECHNOLOGIES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33698100 - Microbiological cultures

## Release History

- 22 Apr 2026 at 09:39 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036454-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036454-2026
  22nd April 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://nwssp.nhs.wales/ourservices/procurement-services/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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