Scope
Reference
Science Equipment
Description
The existing equipment has exceeded the manufacturer's recommended lifespan of 10-15 years, increasing the risk of mechanical failures and potential safety hazards. Additionally, several units have shown signs of malfunction, including
rotor imbalances and temperature control issues, posing risks to both sample integrity and user safety.
Contract 1. Benchtop centrifuge
Supplier
Contract value
- £87,000 excluding VAT
- £87,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Date signed
12 November 2025
Contract dates
- 1 December 2025 to 30 November 2026
- 1 year
Main procurement category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 42931100 - Laboratory centrifuges and accessories
Contract locations
- UKJ25 - West Surrey
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - without competition
Supplier
BECKMAN COULTER UNITED KINGDOM LIMITED
- Companies House: 00640961
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PNMP-6938-NQRL
Amersham Place, Little Chalfont
Amersham
HP7 9NA
United Kingdom
Email: UKIELStenders@beckman.com
Website: http://www.beckman.com
Region: UKJ13 - Buckinghamshire CC
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Contract 1. Benchtop centrifuge
Contracting authority
THE PIRBRIGHT INSTITUTE
- Companies House: 00559784
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PDZM-9963-XHWG
Pirbright Laboratory Ash Road
Woking
GU24 0NF
United Kingdom
Email: Procurement.department@pirbright.ac.uk
Website: https://www.pirbright.ac.uk/
Region: UKJ25 - West Surrey
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government