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Purchase of Virclia Lotus Intstrument

UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY

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13 Jul 2026 at 11:28

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Summary of the contracting process

The UK Health Security Agency has successfully completed the procurement process for the "Purchase of Virclia Lotus Instrument," focusing on laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. The procurement was conducted through a selective process, specifically as a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender process concluded on 8th July 2026, with the subsequent contract starting on 9th July 2026 and set to end on 31st March 2027. This award, valued at £41,803, underlines the agency's commitment to enhancing its operational capabilities within the UK, particularly at its London location.

This procurement presents significant business growth prospects for SMEs like LAUNCH DIAGNOSTICS LIMITED, which was awarded the contract. Companies specialising in laboratory and precision equipment have the opportunity to leverage such tenders to secure contracts with government organisations. The requirement for sophisticated equipment underscores demand for high-quality suppliers that can offer reliable, cutting-edge products. Such engagements can position businesses favourably for future opportunities within the public sector, particularly those with expertise in goods procurement and who can navigate selective tender processes.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Purchase of Virclia Lotus Intstrument

Notice Description

Capital Equipment Purchase

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ef6826dd-a58c-4522-b4e7-ab915d11f1c2
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

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

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
£41,803 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£41,803 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Jul 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
8 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
8 Jul 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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
Not specified
Local Authority
Tower Hamlets
Electoral Ward
Canary Wharf
Westminster Constituency
Poplar and Limehouse

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LAUNCH DIAGNOSTICS

Further Information

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