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UKHSA Provision for PCR Viral Load Detection and Immunocompromised Assays

UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY

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26 May 2026 at 07:24

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Summary of the contracting process

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has completed a procurement process titled "UKHSA Provision for PCR Viral Load Detection and Immunocompromised Assays" in the laboratory services category. This contracting opportunity is located in the South West region of the United Kingdom and had an award date of 6th May 2026, with a contract period from 6th May 2026 to 5th May 2029. The procurement method was categorised as "Other," and it focused on securing commercial CE marked solutions for viral load detection and immunocompromised assays, essential for organisations that offer nucleic acid extraction and detection services. The overall value of the awarded contract was £1,651,913.30.

This procurement initiative opens avenues for SMEs specialising in laboratory services, particularly those offering nucleic acid amplification tests and related consumables. Businesses can seek growth by supplying innovative solutions within the healthcare diagnostic sector, reinforcing compliance with CE marking standards. This contract was awarded to BRUKER UK LIMITED, indicating that SMEs equipped with capabilities to supply sophisticated diagnostic solutions in this field are well-positioned to compete in similar future tenders. The procurement from UKHSA underscores a substantial opportunity for labs focusing on cutting-edge viral detection and assay development, fostering advancements in diagnostic testing for immunocompromised patients.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UKHSA Provision for PCR Viral Load Detection and Immunocompromised Assays

Notice Description

This requirement is for the procurement of an end-to-end solution incorporating nucleic acid extraction, detection and associated amplification tests and consumables (NAAT). The two requirements which are needed are: - Procurement of commercial end to end solution for Immunocompromised assays to include Parvovirus, HEV, CMV and Entero targets and supply of any CE marked reagents and consumables. - Procurement of a commercial CE marked end to end solution for the viral load detection of EBV, CMV, Adeno Virus, HSV 1+2 in Whole blood or plasma and BK Virus Whole blood/Plasma and Urine including reagents and consumables to replace in-house PCR assays.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aa601a98-bf50-42fa-9341-1c0a892fc94e
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71900000 - Laboratory services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£991,148 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,651,913 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
5 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 May 20264 weeks ago
Contract Period
5 May 2026 - 5 May 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E14 4PU
Post Town
East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI42 Tower Hamlets
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Tower Hamlets
Electoral Ward
Canary Wharf
Westminster Constituency
Poplar and Limehouse

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BRUKER

Further Information

Notice Documents

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