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NW3213 - RFID scanning for Scientific Services

Buyer: NORTHUMBRIAN WATER LIMITED

Published
7 August 2026
Estimated value
£50,000
Place of performance
UKC2
Lots
1
Notice number
075411-2026
Reference
ocds-h6vhtk-06df61
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Description

Northumbrian Water Limited (NWL) is seeking market engagement with suppliers capable of delivering an RFID-based sample tracking solution for use within its laboratory operations. The initial requirement is for a Proof of Concept (PoC) at one NWL laboratory site to assess the feasibility of replacing elements of the current barcode-based sample tracking process with RFID technology. The PoC will evaluate operational benefits, integration requirements and overall suitability before any decision is made regarding wider deployment across NWL's laboratory network. The anticipated scope includes: • Assessment of infrastructure and technology requirements to support RFID-based sample tracking. • Provision of RFID tags, RFID-enabled printing capability, fixed and handheld scanning devices, and supporting software. • Installation and configuration of PoC equipment at one laboratory. • Definition of integration requirements with NWL's Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), Thermo SampleManager. • Support for test scenarios covering sample receipt, transfer, tracking and traceability processes. • Production of recommendations for future implementation should the PoC demonstrate a …

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