Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13bc1-b68c-7213-a2df-c93e960931db/purchase-of-high-throughput-sonication-systems-covaris-including-associated-co

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# Purchase of High Throughput Sonication Systems (Covaris) including Associated Consumables and Maintenance

[Cardiff and Vale University Health Board](https://tendernation.io/buyers/cardiff-and-vale-university-health-board)

Often single bidder

Estimated value

Not stated

Published

1 Sept 2025

Deadline

Rolling deadline

## About this tender

Cardiff and vale University Health Board, on behalf of the All Wales Genomics Service, intends to award a contract to Covaris , Inc. for the supply of a high throughput sonication system to support Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) workflows. The system is required to process samples in plate formats for downstream NGS library preparation and to expand capacity for somatic cancer testing services in Wales. Covaris is the sole manufacturer of instruments using patented Adaptive Focused Acoustics (AFA) technology, which is essential for achieving the required reproducibility and performance. No alternative suppliers were identified through market engagement and the equipment is not available via national frameworks. The procurement will cover supply of instrument, consumables and maintenance for three years (with warranty), with option to extend for up to two additional years. This notice is issued in accordance with procurement transparency obligations and to ensure compliance with public procurement regulations.

Source

Find a Tender (UK) · Notice ocds-h6vhtk-058bc5-2025-09-01T12:05:51+01:00

[View official notice](https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/ocds-h6vhtk-058bc5-2025-09-01T12:05:51+01:00)

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