---
title: "Sequencing consumables"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06d2d7"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF EXETER"
published: "2026-07-24"
---

# Sequencing consumables

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EXETER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06d2d7

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## Summary

The University of Exeter has completed a procurement process for "Sequencing consumables" intended for use with existing laboratory equipment. This procurement falls under the industry category of "Laboratory, optical and precision equipments" and is located in Exeter, UK. The procurement, which is in the award stage, was completed using a direct method, identified as "Below threshold - without competition." The contract for this tender started on 1st June 2026 and ended on 30th June 2026, with a value of £134,888 GBP. The award was made to Illumina Cambridge Limited on 29th May 2026.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses focusing on laboratory and precision equipment to engage with renowned educational institutions like the University of Exeter. The tender is particularly beneficial for companies specializing in producing or supplying sequencing consumables and related goods. While the procurement method did not involve open competition, businesses offering similar products can consider this approach to establish or strengthen relationships with educational and research institutions in the UK. Such engagements can lead to further collaborations and enhance a company's portfolio and market visibility.

## Notice

Sequencing consumables 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/070078-2026 |
| 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 | 24 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 May 2026 - 30 Jun 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £134,888 |

## 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 | ILLUMINA CAMBRIDGE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 24 Jul 2026 at 09:15 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070078-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070078-2026
  24th July 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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