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title: "PURCH2967 - PPE1004686 Direct Award for the Provision of a New Flow Cytometer"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW"
published: "2026-06-04"
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# PURCH2967 - PPE1004686 Direct Award for the Provision of a New Flow Cytometer

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06ad4e

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## Summary

The University of Glasgow, a body governed by public law and part of the education sector, has completed the procurement process for the "PURCH2967 - PPE1004686 Direct Award for the Provision of a New Flow Cytometer." This procurement, which fell under the category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, was conducted in Glasgow (UKM82). The procurement was finalised with a contract awarded on 29th May 2026 and a total contract value of £397,840 GBP. The process followed a limited procurement method, specifically an award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition due to the absence of competition for technical reasons.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in high-precision laboratory equipment, specifically those capable of producing advanced imaging and spectral flow cytometers. Although the primary supplier for this procurement was Becton Dickinson UK Limited, the contract's technical requirements highlight potential growth areas for businesses specialising in similar high-tech equipment. Larger firms with robust development and supply capabilities are particularly well-suited to compete for such contracts, given the significant technical specifications and quality expectations involved. Moreover, even though this tender has been concluded, understanding the market dynamics and specific needs of institutions like the University of Glasgow can guide future business development and procurement strategies.

## Notice

PURCH2967 - PPE1004686 Direct Award for the Provision of a New Flow Cytometer

### Lot Information

Lot 1

PURCH2967 - PPE1004686 Direct Award for the Provision of a New Flow Cytometer The instrument is an imaging and spectral flow cytometer. Internal Procurement Policy Exception (PPE) Form completed. Justification: Regulations 2015-33 (1) (b) (ii)Technical Reasons

### Procurement Information

Regulations 2015-33 (1) (b) (ii)Technical Reasons

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052727-2026 |
| 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 | 4 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 May 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 | £397,840 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW |
| Locality | GLASGOW |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G12 8QQ |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City |
| Local authority | Glasgow City |
| Electoral ward | Hillhead |
| Westminster constituency | Glasgow North |
| Delivery location | TLM82 Glasgow City |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BECTON DICKINSON |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 4 Jun 2026 at 11:04 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052727-2026

## Notice URLs

- http://www.gla.ac.uk/
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000833247
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00108

## Provenance

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