---
title: "SNBTS TCAT-Dev Flow Cytometer"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000822178"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND"
published: "2026-02-09"
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# SNBTS TCAT-Dev Flow Cytometer

Buyer: NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000822178

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "SNBTS TCAT-Dev Flow Cytometer" was conducted by NHS National Services Scotland, located in Edinburgh. This procurement falls under the health industry category and was completed through an open procedure. The contract was awarded to Becton Dickinson U.K. Limited, a large supplier, on 30th January 2026. The procurement involves the purchase and installation of one FACSLyric Flow Cytometer for novel research and cellular therapy development, with a total contract value of £138,084.43. The tender stage is now complete, and the process adhered to the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015 with formal remedies available through legal proceedings if necessary.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses operating within the healthcare equipment sector, particularly those with capabilities in supplying and installing advanced laboratory materials. Suitable businesses would benefit from the exposure and credibility gained through collaborations with NHS National Services Scotland. Companies with experience in health technology and innovative equipment development could find partnering in similar projects lucrative. Despite receiving one bid from a non-EU foreign entity, the contract highlights the importance of providing specialised equipment that meets specific research and development needs in the healthcare industry.

## Notice

Purchase and installation of 1x FACSLyric Flow Cytometer.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Laboratory equipment - Flow Cytometer used to perform both novel research and developing cellular therapies

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549082 |
| 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 | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Jan 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 | £138,084 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH14 4BE |
| 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 | Pentland Hills |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh South West |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BECTON DICKINSON |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 9 Feb 2026 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549082

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549082
  SNBTS TCAT-Dev Flow Cytometer - Purchase and installation of 1x FACSLyric Flow Cytometer.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.nss.nhs.scot/browse/procurement-and-logistics
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000822178

## Provenance

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