---
title: "Cytation 9 Imager and 406 FX Washer and Reagent Dispenser"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000837718"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH"
published: "2026-07-17"
---

# Cytation 9 Imager and 406 FX Washer and Reagent Dispenser

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000837718

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## Summary

The public procurement process, led by the University of Edinburgh, pertained to the acquisition of a Cytation 9 Imager and 406 FX Washer and Reagent Dispenser, classified under the 'Education' industry category with a focus on high-value laboratory equipment. The procurement was conducted using an open procedure, indicative of a transparent and competitive process. Located in Edinburgh, Scotland (region UKM75), the contract reached the award stage with completion in July 2026. The awarded contract was signed with Agilent Technologies LDA UK Ltd on 7th July 2026 for a value of GBP 194,999.97, marking the culmination of the procurement process.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses supplying specialised laboratory equipment, particularly those with capabilities in imaging and reagent dispensing technologies. The open procurement method indicates equal opportunity for large-scale enterprises capable of delivering complex technological solutions. Suppliers looking to engage in academia-oriented procurement with established buying organisations like the University of Edinburgh could see significant avenues for growth and partnership through similar procurement opportunities.

## Notice

Cytation 9 Imager and 406 FX Washer and Reagent Dispenser

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Cytation 9 and 406 FX Washer and Reagent Dispenser

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560369 |
| 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 | 17 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Jul 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 | £194,999 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH1 1HT |
| 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 | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh East and Musselburgh |
| Delivery location | TLM75 City of Edinburgh |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | AGILENT TECHNOLOGIES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 17 Jul 2026 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560369

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560369
  Cytation 9 Imager and 406 FX Washer and Reagent Dispenser - Cytation 9 Imager and 406 FX Washer and Reagent Dispenser

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.ed.ac.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000837718

## Provenance

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