---
title: "Automated Liquid Handler"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000831511"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SCOTTISH POLICE AUTHORITY"
published: "2026-05-08"
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# Automated Liquid Handler

Buyer: SCOTTISH POLICE AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000831511

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## Summary

The Scottish Police Authority has completed a procurement process for the supply and installation of an Automated Liquid Handling Robot System, including related consumables and an associated maintenance package. The process, conducted under an open procedure, focused on the public order and safety industry category. The awarded contract, valued at £157,195, was officially signed on 31st March 2026. The procurement took place in the UK, specifically within the Glasgow region, and involved meticulous planning and review stages, ultimately transitioning to the award phase by 8th May 2026.

This tender represents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment and technology, particularly those capable of providing high-quality and innovative solutions such as automated liquid handling systems. Given the importance placed on quality (70%) alongside price (30%) as award criteria, companies that focus on cutting-edge technological advancements and maintain quality standards are well-suited to compete in similar tenders. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), like Essex Scientific Laboratory Supplies Limited—who won the contract—demonstrate the potential for growth and collaboration within public sector projects, thereby fostering business development within this niche market.

## Notice

The Scottish Police Authority (known as the "the Authority") had a requirement to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced supplier for the Supply and installation of a A Automated Liquid Handling Robot System and related consumables and associated maintenance package.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

SPA Forensic Services had a requirement to procure and install an automated liquid handling system plus post installation training, an associated maintenance package and consumables. The instrument must be able to precisely and accurately sample, dilute and dispense solvated certified drug reference materials to produce complex drug mixes for the purpose of calibration and quality control samples for quantification purposes.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY555519 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Mar 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 | £157,195 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCOTTISH POLICE AUTHORITY |
| Locality | GLASGOW |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G40 4EH |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City |
| Local authority | Glasgow City |
| Electoral ward | Calton |
| Westminster constituency | Glasgow East |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ESSEX SCIENTIFIC LABORATORY SUPPLIES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33950000 - Clinical forensics equipment and supplies

## Release History

- 8 May 2026 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY555519

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY555519
  Automated Liquid Handler - The Scottish Police Authority (known as the "the Authority") had a requirement to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced supplier for the Supply and installation of a A Automated Liquid Handling Robot System and related consumables and associated maintenance package.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.spa.police.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000831511

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