Scope
Description
CPI's National Industrial Biotechnology Facility (NIBF1) is a pilot plant containing a range of bioreactor scales from 10L to 750L. This specification is for the purchase of a freeze dryer to support pilot scale operations, to process material produced through fermentation.
Total value (estimated)
- £100,000 excluding VAT
- £120,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 6 February 2026 to 5 August 2026
- 6 months
Main procurement category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
Submission
Tender submission deadline
23 January 2026, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Evaluation Q1 - Specification | Quality | 40% |
| Price | Price | 30% |
| Evaluation Q2 - Lead Time | Quality | 20% |
| Evaluation Q3 - After Sales Support | Quality | 10% |
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Contracting authority
CENTRE FOR PROCESS INNOVATION LIMITED
- Companies House: 05002194
Wilton Centre
Redcar
TS10 4RF
United Kingdom
Email: e-tendering@uk-cpi.com
Website: http://uk-cpi.com
Region: UKC12 - South Teesside
Organisation type: Public undertaking (commercial organisation subject to public authority oversight)