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title: "Centrifuges and accessories"
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# Centrifuges and accessories

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EXETER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06d31e

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## Summary

The University of Exeter has concluded a procurement process for centrifuges and accessories compatible with existing laboratory rotors. The contract, identified by UE282491, targets the laboratory equipment industry, with the main procurement category being goods. Located in Exeter, UK (region UKK43), the tender progressed to the award stage as of 24th July 2026. The procurement was conducted through a direct method, below the threshold, thus executed without competition. The contract, valued at approximately £154,449 excluding taxes, was active from 11th June 2026 and is set to conclude on 9th June 2027. The awarded supplier for this project is Beckman Coulter United Kingdom Limited, enhancing their portfolio in precision laboratory equipment supplies.

This procurement presents a niche opportunity for suppliers specialising in laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. Given the direct procurement method used, it especially favours firms capable of rapidly fulfilling specific compatibility requirements, as detailed in the tender. Businesses that are looking to expand in the public sector and possess unique, high-quality equipment that can integrate seamlessly with existing infrastructure are well-positioned to benefit from such contracts. Additionally, firms that can establish robust relationships with universities and sub-central government authorities can enhance their growth prospects through similar tenders.

## Notice

Centrifuges and accessories that are only compatible with the existing rotors in the lab.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070243-2026 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 10 Jun 2026 - 9 Jun 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £154,449 |

## 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 | BECKMAN COULTER UNITED KINGDOM |

## 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 11:20 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070243-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070243-2026
  24th July 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

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