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title: "Bioreactor Procurement"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000793310"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH"
published: "2025-10-01"
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# Bioreactor Procurement

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000793310

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## Summary

The University of Edinburgh, a central purchasing body, has recently completed the procurement of a bioreactor aimed at enhancing its Fermentation Suite within the School of Chemistry. Located in Edinburgh, this tender falls under the goods category, specifically focusing on education within the CPV code "38000000". The procurement was conducted through an open procedure, signalling a transparent process open to various suppliers. The contracting process reached its completion with the contract being signed on 10th July 2025, following the tender and award period that concluded at the end of March 2025. The successful supplier for this contract, valued at £85,104, is Infors UK Ltd, a large-scale business based in Surrey.

This procurement initiative offers a valuable opportunity for businesses engaged in the supply of scientific equipment and those specialising in biotechnological apparatus. Companies capable of delivering sophisticated fermentation technologies with features such as temperature and pH control would be well-suited for such projects. Furthermore, the alignment with a leading research institute like the University of Edinburgh could open pathways for businesses interested in long-term partnerships or development projects within educational and research settings. Such contracts not only signify immediate business growth through financial gain but also provide a prestigious association and potential for future collaborative ventures.

## Notice

Purchase of a bioreactor for fermentation

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The mission of the Fermentation Suite at the School of Chemistry (the Fermentation Suite) is to allow fermentation and synthetic biology techniques to be used by students and staff within chemistry enabling ground breaking research in using proteins and other biomolecules. The School of Chemistry at the University of Edinburgh constitutes one of the leading aggregates of chemical science research capacity in the UK, with over 50 academics and 40 postdoctoral researchers. By consolidating resources and diverse expertise, the School unites cutting-edge instrumentation, scientific proficiency, and comprehensive support services to accelerate chemical innovation and discovery. Capable of running temperature-controlled fermentations with volumes of at least 5 L. Integrated data logging of key parameters, including pH, dissolved oxygen and temperature, either internally on the instrument or via connected computer. Encompass key bioreactor functionalities such as, but not limited to, temperature control, pH control, dissolved oxygen control, antifoam control and speed control of impeller. The bioreactor should be able to operate aseptically.

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## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT540402 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Jul 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £85,104 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| 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 | INFORS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 1 Oct 2025 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT540402
- 14 Mar 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR525995

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR525995
  Bioreactor Procurement - Purchase of a bioreactor for fermentation
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT540402
  Bioreactor Procurement - Purchase of a bioreactor for fermentation

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.ed.ac.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000793310
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/

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