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02 Jul 2026 at 13:35

Summary of the contracting process

The UK Health Security Agency has completed a procurement process for the supply of a Micronic Tube Picking Robot XL20, a piece of equipment crucial for laboratory workflows. This procurement, categorized under "Laboratory, optical and precision equipments," was conducted through a selective method, specifically as a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract was awarded to SPT LABTECH LIMITED, starting on 5th June 2026 and ending on 1st December 2026, with an overall contract value of £70,107. The primary location of delivery is London, United Kingdom, registered under the postal code E14 4PU.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses in the laboratory and precision equipment industry, particularly those capable of providing advanced technological solutions that enhance efficiency and accuracy. SMEs may find this opportunity particularly appealing given the procurement's suitability considerations. Companies specialising in laboratory equipment manufacturing and supply will be well-positioned to leverage such contracts for growth within public health and security sectors.

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Notice Title

Micronic Tube Picking Robot XL20

Notice Description

Micronic Tube Picking Robot. This equipment provides an end-to-end workflow: up to 20 storage plates can be processed at any time, offers sample traceability as the barcodes on the consolidated plates can be scanned and cross-checked against input file and reduces the risk of human error.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1ff6d581-1d07-4ad6-80e9-20661af97d1b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0b524426-04fc-46f5-b0b7-49991e5fa71b
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)


CPV Codes

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£70,107 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£70,107 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
4 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Jun 20261 months ago
Contract Period
4 Jun 2026 - 1 Dec 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), 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

SPT LABTECH

Further Information

Notice Documents

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