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Procurement of 2 Firefly genomics (6 head) with ATL

WAC ID:587901

NHS & HealthcareAward noticeClosed2023/54

Source:	Find a Tender Service (FTS)
Notice Type:	Award notice
Buyer:	Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Main Category:	Goods
Procurement Method:	Direct award
Method Rationale:	The Trust maintains an established installed base of Firefly instrumentation supporting an existing genomic laboratory workflow. The proposed procurement relates to additional units that are technically compatible and interoperable with this platform. Platform continuity is required to ensure alignment with validated methods, existing laboratory configuration and operational processes within a regulated clinical environment. Introduction of an alternative system would require additional development, validation and configuration changes and would not provide equivalent technical compatibility with the current platform. The requirement reflects service capacity and business continuity planning. The equipment being procured is identical to systems already installed and operational within the Trust. SPT Labtech Ltd is the sole manufacturer and authorised supplier of the Firefly system in the United Kingdom. No other economic operator is able to supply this specific equipment. Accordingly, competition is absent for technical reasons and due to the protection of exclusive rights.
Tender Status:	Closed

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UK5Transparency notice· 5 Mar 2026
Procurement of 2 Firefly genomics (6 head) with ATL
UK5Transparency notice· 5 Mar 2026
Procurement of 2 Firefly genomics (6 head) with ATL
UK5Transparency notice· 24 Apr 2026Viewing
Procurement of 2 Firefly genomics (6 head) with ATL

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Award outcome

Awarded to

SPT LabtechGB-PPON-PMBD-8859-HNHH

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Active

Contracting Authority

Organisation

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Finance & Procurement Business Unit, Wards 17 & 18, Trafford Hospital, Trafford, M41 5SL

Description

Procurement of 2 Firefly genomics (6 head) with ATL. The proposed procurement relates to additional units that are technically compatible and interoperable with this platform

CPV Classifications1 code — click to expand

33100000Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

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