---
title: "Sequencing reagents"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-069183"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF EXETER"
published: "2026-05-05"
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# Sequencing reagents

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EXETER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-069183

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## Summary

The University of Exeter, based in Exeter, United Kingdom, has completed a procurement process for sequencing reagents used in existing machines. This tender falls under the goods category with a focus on medical equipment, pharmaceuticals, and personal care products. The procurement process, identified with tender ID UE274977, was finalised with the contract award dated 27 March 2026 and completion on 5 May 2026. The procurement was conducted using a below-threshold method, indicating a potentially simpler and quicker process for awarding the contract. The geographical location tied to the procurement is primarily the United Kingdom, specifically in the South West region, with the contract values being settled at £99,779, starting from 3 April 2026 and concluding on 31 May 2026.

This contracting process presents significant opportunities for businesses in the biosciences and pharmaceuticals sectors, as it involves the supply of specialised sequencing materials. Companies capable of providing medical equipment and ancillary pharmaceutical products would find this contract fitting to expand their portfolio and market reach. Businesses like Pacific Biosciences UK, Ltd., which secured the contract due to its demonstrated capability in closely aligned markets, serve as an exemplar for other large firms aiming to establish or grow their presence in the scientific supply chain sector, particularly those specialising in goods for academic and research institutions. Engaging in this type of procurement can open avenues for long-term collaborative efforts with renowned educational establishments, enhancing both credibility and market presence.

## Notice

Sequencing reagents for use in existing machines.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041069-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - unknown |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 2 Apr 2026 - 31 May 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £99,779 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF EXETER |
| Locality | EXETER |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX4 4QJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | Exeter |
| Electoral ward | Duryard and St James |
| Westminster constituency | Exeter |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PACIFIC BIOSCIENCES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33000000 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

## Release History

- 5 May 2026 at 13:21 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041069-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041069-2026
  5th May 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.exeter.ac.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.pacb.com/

## Provenance

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