Open20 days left · closes 11:59pm, Wednesday 2 December 2026

Supply of Lab Consumables

Centre for Process Innovation Limited · Public undertaking

In brief

Centre for Process Innovation Limited is looking for suppliers for medical supplies and laboratory equipment work (UK-wide).

The notice does not state a value.

The contract runs for 37 months, up to 97 months with extensions, starting 9 February 2027.

It is split into 2 lots, so a supplier can bid for part of the work.

The buyer says it is suitable for small and medium-sized businesses.

Bids close at 11:59pm, Wednesday 2 December 2026.

Built from the notice's own fields. Always check the official notice before you bid.

Can I win this?

Key dates

Bids by: 11:59pm, Wednesday 2 December 2026

How bids are scored

Lead Times 10% · Account Management and Support Services 15% · Accuracy and Quality 15% · Price 60%

Price matters most. Expect to compete hard on cost.

Competition

Typical: a median of 3 bids per contract for this buyer (from 31 awards in the last 12 months).

Framework

Winning puts you on a list of suppliers the buyer can call on; it does not guarantee work.

The buyer expects to buy this again around February 2035.

What the notice says

CPI is currently seeking to appoint suitably qualified and experienced suppliers to support our laboratory operations through the provision of a comprehensive range of laboratory consumables. This includes, but is not limited to, general laboratory plasticware, chemicals, glassware, specialist laboratory consumables, analytical consumables, and associated laboratory supplies. The aim is to establish reliable partnerships that can ensure consistent product quality, supply continuity, and timely delivery across all CPI sites.

Should I bid?

Tick what applies to you. Nothing is saved.

Can you prepare a good bid in 20 days?Leave time for clarification questions and sign-off.
Is the size of the work right for you?The notice does not state a value; the tender documents may.
Can you deliver in locations across the UK?Check the delivery locations in the tender documents.
Is one of the 2 lots a good fit?You can usually bid for one lot without bidding for the others.
Are you registered on the Central Digital Platform?You need to be registered to take part under the Procurement Act 2023.
The buyer says this suits small businesses.A good sign if you are an SME, but check the requirements.

How to bid

Read the full notice on Find a Tender, including any tender documents it links to.
Register your organisation on the Central Digital Platform (through Find a Tender) if you have not already. Suppliers need to be registered to take part in procurements under the Procurement Act 2023.
Submit your bid through the buyer's e-tendering portal: in-tendhost.co.uk.
Make sure your bid arrives before 11:59pm, Wednesday 2 December 2026. Late bids are usually rejected.

Lots

Lot	Trade	Value
General Laboratory Consumables 9 February 2027 to 8 March 2030 What this lot covers The scope may include, but is not limited to, laboratory glassware, reagent bottles, beakers, flasks, measuring cylinders, sample containers, filtration products and apparatus, tubes, vials, microplates, centrifuge tubes, storage containers, laboratory plastics, sterile consumables, analytical consumables, and other associated laboratory supplies.	Laboratory and scientific equipment	—
Laboratory Chemicals and Reagents 9 February 2027 to 8 March 2030 What this lot covers CPI will require a range of laboratory chemicals, reagents, and associated products to support laboratory testing, analytical activities, and research operations across multiple sites. This will include chemicals and reagents commonly used in routine laboratory operations and specialist applications. The scope may cover items such as solvents, buffers, media, acids, alkalis, analytical standards, calibration materials, biological reagents, stains, indicators, and other laboratory-grade chemicals and reagents.	Medical equipment and supplies	—

Timeline

28 October 2026Tender notice · UK4, notice 102262-2026

About the buyer

Centre for Process Innovation LimitedLast 12 months

Procurements

100

Awards

Suppliers it has used most for medical supplies

Trilink Biotechnologies, LLC1 contract

All tenders and awards from Centre for Process Innovation Limited

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From notice 102262-2026 on Find a Tender, first published 28 October 2026. We last checked for changes on 28 October 2026.