Find Tenders for Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

Lab Consumables - Lot 1 Chromatography & ICP, Lot 2 Chemicals, Lot 3 Reagents

Description: United Utilities Water Limited requires a goods framework for the supply and delivery of laboratory consumables used by Scientific Services and the wider business to support regulatory, operational and investigative water and wastewater testing. The procurement is divided into three Lots: Lot 1 - Chromatography & ICP Consumables This Lot covers chromatography, ICP and related analytical instrumentation consumables. Products may include chromatography columns, vials, caps, liners, tubing, fittings, ICP consumables, standards-related consumables and associated laboratory items. Products may be linked to validated methods, manufacturer platforms or instrument ecosystems where compatibility, specification and part number accuracy are important. Lot 2 - Chemicals B This Lot covers chemical products and associated laboratory chemicals. Products may include chemicals with specified grade, purity, concentration, formulation, pack size and unit of measure requirements. (read more...)

Summary: United Utilities Water Limited is seeking suppliers for a framework agreement to provide laboratory consumables, divided into three distinct lots: Lot 1 for Chromatography & ICP Consumables, Lot 2 for Chemicals, and Lot 3 for Analytical Reagents & Test Kits. This procurement, under the competitive flexible procedure, will support the company's scientific and regulatory operations for water and wastewater testing. The location is primarily within the United Kingdom, with the tender process currently in the active stage. Key dates include the revised submission deadline for Stage 1 on 11 August 2026, with the award decisions expected by 6 October 2026.

Porton Industrial Automated Control System Works

Description: This contract is for the provision of Porton Industrial Automated Control System Works. UKHSA have a regulatory requirement to improve the Industrial Automated Control Systems (IACS) at our Porton site. This requirement will deliver a critical infrastructure upgrade to enhance the security, resilience, and operational independence of IACS supporting high containment laboratories. The key deliverables of this include: * Construction of two dedicated data centres to house IACS infrastructure; * Installation of core network infrastructure, including: o High-capacity fibre optic links between server rooms; o Copper cabling to connect IACS equipment to specific high containment labs * Preparation of readiness for the migration of primary IACS systems; and * Futureproofing to enable seamless expansion to further labs in later phases.

Summary: The UK Health Security Agency, acting under the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, is managing the procurement titled "Porton Industrial Automated Control System Works." This active tender aims to enhance the Industrial Automated Control Systems at the Porton site in the United Kingdom, with a specific focus on security and operational resilience. The main procurement category is works, involving architectural and construction services, specifically within the industrial process control equipment sector. The procurement process follows an open competition method below the threshold, with electronic submissions allowed until 9th September 2026. The start of the contract is expected on 26th October 2026, with completion by 30th April 2029, potentially extending until 31st October 2029 if renewed.

Meter Verification Goods and Services

Description: Yorkshire Water is seeking to establish a contract for the provision of Meter Verification Goods & Services to support its Clean Water Networks operations. The scope includes the supply, hire, installation, deployment, verification, calibration, monitoring, maintenance and retrieval of portable flow metering equipment, together with associated technical services to support accurate flow measurement, network monitoring, leakage management and regulatory compliance. The contract also includes data collection, validation and reporting, meter repair, equipment maintenance, battery management and management of Yorkshire Water-owned meter inventory. The services will include, where required, site surveys, installation of clamp-on and insertion flow meters, insertion probe installations, including work on live water mains and the installation of saddles where required, work on operational water assets, confined space working, traffic management and associated specialist activities. Suppliers (read more...)

Summary: Yorkshire Water Services Limited is seeking to establish a contract for "Meter Verification Goods and Services" to support its Clean Water Networks operations. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, with a deadline for expression of interest on 4th August 2026. The contract is set to begin on 1st March 2027 and runs for an initial period of three years, with the possibility of a two-year extension. The services will include providing portable flow metering equipment and associated technical services across Yorkshire Water's operational area, located in the United Kingdom's Yorkshire and Humber region. The procurement method is a selective competitive flexible procedure, aiming to appoint one primary and one secondary supplier.

Lift Off - Q3 - Quieter Neighbourhood Support

Description: Heathrow Lift Off is a new concept developed in 2022 as an additional way to attract and work with SMEs. We envisage that Lift Off will provide the chance for selected innovative SMEs to meet with and present their products and services to a panel made up of Heathrow and our largest supply chain partner organisations. The participating SMEs will have opportunity to connect with Heathrow and key players in our supply chain. In addition, SMEs will also potentially be able to take part in relevant tenders and win business opportunities following up the event. SMEs chosen for each Lift Off event will be allocated with 25 mins for presentation and Q&A. At Heathrow, we are committed to materially reducing the impact of aircraft noise on our neighbouring (read more...)

Summary: Heathrow Airport Ltd invites small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to participate in the "Lift Off - Q3 - Quieter Neighbourhood Support" procurement process, with the aim to address the impact of aircraft noise on neighbouring communities. This initiative is part of the Quieter Neighbourhood Support programme, offering an opportunity for innovative SMEs to present their solutions to Heathrow and its supply chain partners. The tender, classified broadly under the installation of outdoor illumination equipment (CPV Code: 45316100) and noise pollution advisory services (CPV Code: 90742400), is active within the procurement stage. The "Q3, 2026 Lift Off" event is scheduled for 18th September 2026, with the tender period ending on 30th July 2026. Businesses across the UK, Europe, and other regions are eligible to apply, with a total contract value estimated at 50,000 GBP.

Radon Programme

Description: Plymouth Community Homes is seeking suitably qualified suppliers to undertake the radon testing programme.

Summary: Plymouth Community Homes, a public undertaking based in Plymouth, United Kingdom, is inviting tenders for its "Radon Programme" focusing on the installation of testing equipment and detection apparatus. The tender falls under the services category and utilises an open procurement procedure. Prospective bidders should note key upcoming dates, as the enquiry period ends on 14th August 2026, with the submission deadline set for 28th August 2026. Interested parties can access submission details via the provided electronic submission platform.

AF191 Purchase of Anaerobic Workstation

Description: The purpose of this project is to procure an anaerobic workstation. The workstation will provide a controlled environment for the processing, incubation and examination of samples which must meet the technical requirements set out in the specification. The workstation shall be delivered to Liverpool. LSTM will then arrange onward shipment of the equipment on to the partner lab in Malawi which is the final destination. Although LSTM will be responsible for arranging the shipment from Liverpool to Malawi, the successful supplier will be required to provide installation, commissioning and user training at the partner laboratory in Malawi once the equipment has been delivered. Bidders should therefore include all costs associated with installation, commissioning, travel, accommodation and any other expenses required to complete these activities within their tender submission. (read more...)

Summary: The Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine is currently in the Tender stage of their procurement process for the "AF191 Purchase of Anaerobic Workstation," aimed at acquiring laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. This procurement, classified under the goods category, involves an open procurement method and is valued at £74,000. Key dates include an enquiry period ending on 31st July 2026 and a tender submission deadline on 5th August 2026. The equipment will be delivered to Liverpool before being forwarded to a partner lab in Malawi. This tender requires the successful supplier to handle installation, commissioning, and user training at the Malawi location, with all associated costs incorporated into their bid. The project falls under public authority – sub-central government and offers opportunities for businesses in Liverpool, UK and Malawi within the laboratory equipment sector.

260026 Contract for the Supply, Delivery, Commissioning, Installation, and Maintenance of a Tool Pre-setting Area for CNC Machining.

Description: AMIC wishes to procure a Tool Pre-Setting Area for CNC machining. AMIC will use the software and equipment to set, balance, heat shrink, and monitor cutting tools offline, improving setup efficiency and machining performance. It will support training in state-of-the-art presetting and tool management practices, while enabling digital integration and data-driven workflows to enhance control, consistency, and advanced manufacturing capability. The equipment will be located at the AMIC Factory of the Future, Global Point Newtownabbey, a facility for collaborative research projects with industry partners, therefore the Tool Pre-Setting Area will have lower usage rates than it would in a manufacturing environment. For a comprehensive description of the requirements please refer to document 260026 Contract Specification.

Summary: Queen's University Belfast, a prominent sub-central government public authority, is progressing through the tender stage for the procurement of a Tool Pre-Setting Area for CNC Machining. This procurement involves the supply, delivery, commissioning, installation, and maintenance of equipment meant to enhance the efficiency of CNC machining processes. The equipment will be housed at the AMIC Factory of the Future in Global Point Newtownabbey, Northern Ireland, a hub for collaborative industry research. The tender, designated with ID 260026, is valued at approximately £341,584.5 with a gross value of £409,901.4. This tender follows an open procurement method, with submissions being accepted electronically in English. The procurement falls within the goods category, covering industrial machinery and related software. Key dates include a tender submission closing date of 3 August 2026 and an estimated award decision by 7 September 2026. The contract is expected to commence on 14 September 2026, spanning until 14 September 2029, with possibilities for extensions.

Octet R8 System

Description: Octet R8 System. This notice is for the provision of an R8 system and an ITT will be published concurently

Summary: The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory is conducting a procurement process titled "Octet R8 System", classified under the industry category of biochemical analysers. Located in Salisbury, UK, this active tender stage seeks suppliers for the provision of an R8 system. The procurement adopts an open procedure, allowing submissions until 21st August 2026, with an anticipated award by 4th September 2026. The value of the contract is estimated at £250,000 with an upper gross limit of £300,000, highlighting an opportunity for suppliers to engage competitively in a central government contract.

Life Sciences Equipment, Materials & Services

Description: Provision of Life Sciences Equipment, Materials & Services

Summary: The procurement process for the provision of "Life Sciences Equipment, Materials & Services" is currently in the planning stage, with NEUPC Ltd as the primary buying organisation. This tender falls under the category of goods and is particularly focused on life sciences, including laboratory reagents, PCR equipment, and related laboratory and R&D services, as indicated by the CPV codes. The procurement covers various regions in the United Kingdom, with a gross value of £300 million. Key dates include a supplier engagement event scheduled for 12 October 2026, and the framework agreement commencement is expected on 9 April 2027, running until 8 April 2030, with potential renewal options extending to 8 April 2031.

PfH Decarbonisation, Retrofit and Planned Works Framework for Wales

Description: PfH Cymru (Procurement for Housing Wales) wishes to establish a Wales-specific Decarbonisation, Retrofit and Planned Works Framework Agreement. Established in 2004, Procurement for Housing (PfH) is a national procurement consortium dedicated to the social housing sector and supported by the National Housing Federation (NHF), Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH) and HouseMark. Collectively our Members manage more than 90% of the UK's social housing stock, with PfH helping them to achieve efficiency savings using a wide range of services including framework agreements, dynamic purchasing systems, spend analyses, strategy reviews, consolidated billing and comprehensive reporting. PfH is a contracting authority under section 2 of the Procurement Act 2023 and a centralised procurement authority under section 1(4) of that Act. Please refer to www.pfh.co.uk for additional information. The Framework will be (read more...)

Summary: The Procurement for Housing organisation is spearheading the "PfH Decarbonisation, Retrofit and Planned Works Framework for Wales". This framework aims to deliver a series of decarbonisation and energy efficiency works across Wales, specifically targeting social housing. It is divided into twelve lots encompassing various services like solar installations, insulation, air source heat pumps, full retrofit works, and planned works like kitchens, bathrooms, roofing, and windows. The procurement process is in the 'tender' stage, with an open procedure for participation, encouraging both new and existing suppliers to participate. The tender period will end on 3rd August 2026, with key deadlines for inquiries closing on 27th July 2026, and awards are expected to be made by 11th September 2026.