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title: "Award of Purchase of Dynamic Array Integrated Fluidic Circuits (MS-P-0459)"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000821882"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "Scottish Government"
published: "2026-03-25"
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# Award of Purchase of Dynamic Array Integrated Fluidic Circuits (MS-P-0459)

Buyer: Scottish Government  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000821882

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## Summary

The procurement process led by the Scottish Government's Marine Directorate involves the acquisition of dynamic Array integrated fluidic circuits, specifically designed for Standard BioTools systems such as the Biomark X9, along with reagents for SNP genotyping. Classified under the marine equipment category, this tender is situated in Aberdeen, reflecting the operational focus in marine science research. The procurement has reached the award stage as of 25th March 2026, following the initiation on 3rd September 2026. With a contract value of £40,783, the contract was officially signed on 3rd June 2026. The procurement method featured a structured tender process culminating in an award to the single bidding supplier, Standard BioTools UK Limited.

This procurement presents a growth opportunity for businesses involved in the production and supply of advanced scientific equipment, particularly those specialising in fluidic circuits and marine-related applications. Companies that offer innovative solutions in precision genotyping equipment and marine research supplies would be well-suited to compete in similar tenders. As the procurement falls under goods, it indicates a demand for tangible products ready for use in high-tech scientific applications. Businesses that are agile and can swiftly meet the technical requirements specified by government bodies will find opportunities not only to supply their products but also to establish themselves in a competitive market, especially in regions focused on marine and biological sciences.

## Notice

The Scottish Ministers, Marine Directorate invite tenders for the purchase of dynamic Array integrated fluidic circuits (IFCs) for use on Standard BioTools systems (Biomark X9) and the associated reagents for SNP genotyping.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR552457 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Quick Quote Award |
| 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 | 25 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £40,783 |
| 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 | Scottish Government |
| Additional buyers | Forestry and Land Scotland; Moray Council; NHS Fife; NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde; National Records of Scotland; North Lanarkshire Council; Registers of Scotland; South Ayrshire Council; Strathclyde Partnership for Transport; Student Awards Agency Scotland; University of Dundee; University of Strathclyde; West Lothian Council |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Postcode area | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH6 6QQ |
| 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 | Leith |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh North and Leith |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 22 |
| Supplier names | Fluidigm UK Limited; Harper Macleod LLP; Joanne Ford Communications; Hays Hydraulics & Mechanical Services Ltd; The Cawthron Institute Trust Board; Lochlie Construction LTD; ESRI (UK); Valtech Limited; Hays Specialist Recruitment Ltd; Pandaprint; Travelers Ins Co Ltd; Zurich Municipal; Risk Management Partners; Venesky Brown Ltd; Jackson Trawls Ltd; Harlow Printing Limited; MetPrep Ltd; GOSTA Training; Voluntary Action South Ayrshire; Agilent Technologies LDA UK Ltd; Gartmore house; Clansman Interiors Ltd |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34930000 - Marine equipment

## Release History

- 25 Mar 2026 at 12:34 - Award - PCS Notice - Quick Quote Award - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR552457

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.dundee.ac.uk
- http://www.forestryandland.gov.scot
- http://www.moray.gov.uk
- http://www.nhsfife.org
- http://www.nhsggc.scot/about-us/procurement/
- http://www.northlanarkshire.gov.uk
- http://www.nrscotland.gov.uk
- http://www.ros.gov.uk
- http://www.scotland.gov.uk
- http://www.south-ayrshire.gov.uk/procurement/
- http://www.strath.ac.uk/

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