---
title: "Supply of Real-Time Thermal Cycler"
ocid: "ocds-kuma6s-105066"
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source: "Sell2Wales"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "ABERYSTWYTH UNIVERSITY"
published: "2024-10-16"
---

# Supply of Real-Time Thermal Cycler

Buyer: ABERYSTWYTH UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-kuma6s-105066

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## Summary

Aberystwyth University has concluded the procurement process for the supply of a real-time thermal cycler under the category of goods, falling within research, testing, and scientific technical simulators. The contracting authority, located at Penglais Campus in Aberystwyth, orchestrated an open procurement method that commenced on 23 October 2020, with key stages completed by 18 January 2021. The process entailed a competitive quotation approach and received two bids, eventually awarding the contract to Life Technologies Ltd, headquartered in Renfrew. The signed contract is currently active.

This tender represents significant growth opportunities for businesses engaged in scientific equipment and research technology supplies. Companies proficient in delivering high-grade thermal cyclers and possessing expertise in scientific software development are especially well-suited to compete. Businesses intending to provide innovative and robust research tools, aiming to collaborate with leading academic institutions, would find this type of procurement process beneficial, opening doors to establish long-term relationships and enhance their market presence.

## Notice

Aberystwyth University wishes to procure real-time thermal cycler. The appointment will be by a process of competitive quotation. The requirement is set out in the Specification herein.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Sell2Wales |
| Latest notice | https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=105066 |
| Notice type | S2W Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Jan 2021 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Not specified |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ABERYSTWYTH UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | ABERYSTWYTH |
| Post town | Shrewsbury |
| Postcode | SY23 3FB |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL4 Mid and South West Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL41 Mid Wales |
| Local authority | Ceredigion |
| Electoral ward | Aberystwyth Morfa a Glais |
| Westminster constituency | Ceredigion Preseli |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | ABERYSTWYTH UNIVERSITY; LIFE TECHNOLOGIES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 38970000 - Research, testing and scientific technical simulator
- 72212461 - Analytical or scientific software development services
- 85200000 - Veterinary services

## Release History

- 16 Oct 2024 at 15:11 - Award - S2W Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=105066

## Notice URLs

- http://www.thermofisher.com
- https://www.aber.ac.uk/

## Provenance

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