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title: "NCA31153 Incucyte SX5 (for IRR South)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06d46d"
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# NCA31153 Incucyte SX5 (for IRR South)

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06d46d

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## Summary

The public procurement process initiated by the University of Edinburgh involves the purchase of an Incucyte SX5 HD/3CLR System for the Institute for Regeneration and Repair (IRR). This process falls under the industry category of "Laboratory, optical and precision equipments" and is classified as a purchase of goods. The procurement method was a limited procedure, awarded without a prior call for competition due to technical reasons, and was categorised under CPA scheme 38000000. The project is located in the UK, specifically within the UKM75 region. Although the initial lot for the tender was cancelled, the overall procurement stage is now complete as of 27th July 2026, with Sartorius UK Limited as the awarded supplier. The contract was signed on 7th July 2026, with a total value of £220,990.23.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in scientific and laboratory equipment. Suppliers of innovative and specialised imaging systems would find this contract particularly attractive, as it addresses an advanced technological niche in live-cell imaging. Large-scale companies with capacity to provide cutting-edge laboratory instruments and extended warranty options can leverage such contracts to expand their market presence, particularly within academic and research institutions. Small to medium enterprises with a focus on technological innovation in laboratory equipment may also benefit from engaging in similar procurement opportunities that require bespoke solutions.

## Notice

This procurement relates to the purchase of Incucyte SX5 HD/3CLR System for the Institute for Regeneration and Repair (IRR).

### Lot Information

Lot 1

This procurement relates to the purchase of a Incucyte SX5 HD/3CLR System for the Institute for Regeneration and Repair (IRR).

Options: This Contract includes the option to purchase optional extended warranty which may be purchased within 12 months of install for 1, 2 or 3 additional years.

### Procurement Information

The University considers competition to be absent for technical reasons because delivery of the intended research workflows requires a single, in-incubator live-cell imaging platform that provides a 384 well plate live cell imaging capability, a far red fluorescence channel, and expanded assay capability (particularly for functional and long-term live-cell studies). Based on our review of available systems, the Incucyte SxS is the only instrument that provides this required combination in a single system.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070857-2026 |
| 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 | 27 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Jul 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 | £220,990 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH1 1HT |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh East and Musselburgh |
| Delivery location | TLM75 City of Edinburgh |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SARTORIUS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 27 Jul 2026 at 14:01 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070857-2026

## Notice URLs

- http://www.ed.ac.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000836862
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00107

## Provenance

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