---
title: "Award of Provision of qPCR Thermocycler"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000822826"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT- SASA"
published: "2026-03-02"
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# Award of Provision of qPCR Thermocycler

Buyer: SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT- SASA  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000822826

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## Summary

The Scottish Government- SASA has completed the award stage of a public procurement process for the provision of a qPCR Thermocycler, with the contract signed on 3rd February 2026. The procurement was focused on goods, specifically laboratory, optical and precision equipment, and falls under the CPV code 38000000. The contracting authority, located in Edinburgh, has successfully awarded this contract to Bio-Rad Laboratories Limited. This award signifies the end of the procurement process, which went through a competitive tendering phase with four bids received in total. The value of the contract is £19,660.00.

This contract offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in laboratory equipment supply, particularly those specialising in precision and optical instruments. Companies like Bio-Rad Laboratories, which possess expertise in scientific equipment, are well-suited to compete for such tenders. Participating in similar procurement processes could drive growth for businesses by expanding their market presence and enhancing their portfolio within the public sector. The potential for future opportunities in this industry suggests robust prospects for firms eager to leverage their expertise in goods provision to the UK government.

## Notice

1 x qPCR Thermocycler. See attached document for full information.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR550706 |
| 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 | 2 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £19,660 |
| 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- SASA |
| Additional buyers | ABERDEEN CITY COUNCIL; CLACKMANNANSHIRE COUNCIL; NHS GREATER GLASGOW AND CLYDE; PERTH & KINROSS COUNCIL; SCOTTISH ENTERPRISE; SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT |
| Locality | ALLOA |
| Post town | Falkirk and Stirling |
| Postcode | FK10 1EB |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM5 North Eastern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire |
| Local authority | Aberdeen City |
| Electoral ward | Midstocket/Rosemount |
| Westminster constituency | Aberdeen North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 13 |
| Supplier names | ANDERSON STRATHERN; ATKINSREALIS; BIO-RAD LABORATORIES; CEFAS; CHASE SERVICES GROUP; COLTART EARLEY; DALES MARINE SERVICES; GATHER; LLOYD; PARENTPAY; SCIENTIFIC LABORATORY SUPPLIES; THINKS INSIGHT AND STRATEGY (BRITAIN THINKS; VENESKY-BROWN RECRUITMENT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 2 Mar 2026 at 16:06 - Award - PCS Notice - Quick Quote Award - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR550706

## Notice URLs

- http://www.aberdeencity.gov.uk
- http://www.clacks.gov.uk/business/corporateprocurementprocess/
- http://www.nhsggc.scot/about-us/procurement/
- http://www.pkc.gov.uk/article/15478/Tenders-and-contracts
- http://www.scotland.gov.uk
- http://www.scottish-enterprise.com/

## Provenance

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