Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13bec-1960-7023-bc6b-593fd3992ebf/high-value-laboratory-equipment pending GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # High Value Laboratory Equipment [North Western Universities Purchasing Consortium](https://tendernation.io/buyers/north-western-universities-purchasing-consortium) Estimated value £150,000,000 Published 2 Oct 2026 Deadline Rolling deadline ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Sets up a framework Winning a place does not guarantee work: contracts are awarded later as call-offs, and the list usually stays closed for years. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender NWUPC is undertaking preliminary market engagement to inform the development of the strategy and tender documentation for the retender of the High Value Laboratory Equipment framework which is due to expire on 31st July 2027. The forthcoming 2027 framework agreement includes the following proposed lot structure, though please note this is not yet finalised and is subject to change before tender publication: Lot 1 : Magnetic Resonance Equipment including Associated Equipment, Accessories, Consumables, Maintenance and Servicing of Equipment. Lot 2: X-Ray, Imaging, Elemental & Micro Analysis Equipment and Microscopy Instruments including Associated Equipment, Accessories, Consumables, Maintenance and Servicing of Equipment. Lot 3: Spectroscopy Equipment including Associated Equipment, Accessories, Consumables, Maintenance and Servicing of Equipment. Lot 4: Mechanical, Thermal and Physical Testing Equipment including Associated Equipment, Accessories, Consumables, Maintenance and Servicing of Equipment. Lot 5: Laser Equipment including Associated Equipment, Accessories, Consumables, Maintenance and Servicing of Equipment. NWUPC are seeking the input of the market through the use of an engagement survey which is available at the following link: [fyczm.share-eu1.hsforms.com/2AI4cXKSlStie7hVZLz9Jow](https://fyczm.share-eu1.hsforms.com/2AI4cXKSlStie7hVZLz9Jow) The survey will close on 18th October 2026 at 23:59pm. Prior to completing the survey, please read the supporting information on the current sector agreement for High Value Laboratory Equipment available at: [nwupc.ac.uk](https://www.nwupc.ac.uk/nwupc-updates/preliminary-market-engagement-opportunity-high-value-laboratory-equipment-tender/) Additionally, a market engagement Q&A Drop-In Session shall be held on 26th October 2026 at 10am via Microsoft Teams; joining information is below: Microsoft Teams meeting Join here: [teams.microsoft.com/meet/3912949596682931](https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/3912949596682931?p=utoKfaKoRuvvYYr4PT) Meeting ID: 391 294 959 668 293 1 / Passcode: r3yC38uJ Read full description ## CPV classification Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) Safety visors X-ray fluoroscopy devices Magnetic resonance imaging equipment Spectroscopy devices Tomography devices Medical laser other than for surgery Protective goggles Protective and safety clothing Instruments for checking physical characteristics Source Find a Tender (UK) · Notice ocds-h6vhtk-077fcd-2026-10-02T14:03:54+01:00 [View official notice](https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/ocds-h6vhtk-077fcd-2026-10-02T14:03:54+01:00) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. 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