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title: "Award of Provision of Automated Magnetic Bead Based DNA / RNA Extraction System"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000823086"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT- SASA"
published: "2026-02-26"
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# Award of Provision of Automated Magnetic Bead Based DNA / RNA Extraction System

Buyer: SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT- SASA  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000823086

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Award of Provision of Automated Magnetic Bead Based DNA / RNA Extraction System" has reached the award stage, conducted by the Scottish Government's SASA (Science and Advice for Scottish Agriculture) located in Edinburgh, EH12 9FJ. This tender falls under the goods category, specifically laboratory, optical and precision equipment, as defined by the CPV classification 38000000. The awarded contract, valued at £36,500 GBP, involves the provision of an advanced DNA/RNA extraction system by the supplier Life Technologies Ltd, situated in Inchinnan, PA4 9RF. The process is part of the Scottish Government’s initiative to enhance its laboratory capabilities, with the award date being 26 February 2026.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment manufacturing and supply, as it involves sophisticated technology vital for scientific research and diagnostics. Companies with expertise in precision instruments, particularly those manufacturing automated systems for molecular biology applications, are well-positioned to benefit from similar future tenders. As the procurement method was through a site notice for a quick quote award, businesses familiar with rapid procurement processes may gain a competitive advantage in participating in expedited and similar procurement activities initiated by governmental bodies like SASA.

## Notice

1 x Automated Magnetic Bead Based DNA / RNA Extraction System - see attached documents 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=FEB550492 |
| 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 | 26 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £36,500 |
| 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 | FORESTRY AND LAND SCOTLAND; SCOTTISH ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION AGENCY; SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT |
| Locality | ABERDEEN |
| Post town | Aberdeen |
| Postcode | AB11 9DB |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands |
| ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands |
| Local authority | Highland |
| Electoral ward | Inverness West |
| Westminster constituency | Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 8 |
| Supplier names | AECOM; CAS DUNCAN; ECHOMASTER MARINE; FISHER SCIENTIFIC; LARGS YACHT HAVEN; LIFE TECHNOLOGIES; PLAYSCAPES SCOTLAND; WATER RESCUE SCOTLAND |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 26 Feb 2026 at 14:51 - Award - PCS Notice - Quick Quote Award - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB550492

## Notice URLs

- http://www.forestryandland.gov.scot
- http://www.scotland.gov.uk
- http://www.sepa.org.uk

## Provenance

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