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Handheld XRF Spectrometer

UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY

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17 Mar 2026 at 12:41

Summary of the contracting process

The UK Health Security Agency is seeking to enhance its capabilities with the acquisition of a handheld XRF spectrometer, specifically for measuring metals such as lead in both field and laboratory settings, with additional features including calibration software, a benchtop stand, and a safety shield included for laboratory use. This procurement falls under the spectrometers category (CPV: 38433000) and is part of a selective procurement process, executed through a call-off from a framework agreement. The award for this procurement was activated on 16 March 2026, after the tender period closed on 15 March 2026. The procurement process is completed, marking the transition to the contract period set from 16 March 2026 to 12 June 2026, with delivery aiming at the postal code OX11 0RQ in the United Kingdom.

This contract presents substantial business growth opportunities, particularly for suppliers specialising in precision instruments or laboratory equipment. SMEs are encouraged to participate, reflecting the procurement suitability assessment. Given the specialised nature of the spectrometer and its associated use, businesses with expertise in spectrometer technology and calibration software development might find this contract particularly relevant. Large-scale suppliers, such as Hitachi High-Tech Europe GmbH, have successfully engaged in similar contracts, indicating that established companies with a robust supply and logistics network in the UK could effectively meet the procurement needs and capitalise on the business growth within the scientific and health sectors.

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Notice Title

Handheld XRF Spectrometer

Notice Description

Purchase a handheld XRF to measure metals including lead in the field and in lab setting. Should include calibration software for key exposure sources (paint, food, spices, soil), benchtop stand and safety shield for safe use in laboratory.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-79fa6d25-6240-4441-80f0-c3a34f20687c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a47d17e8-cce2-4751-aeff-149370dac9ab
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

38433000 - Spectrometers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£28,858 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
15 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
16 Mar 2026 - 12 Jun 2026 1-6 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
Not specified

Local Authority
Tower Hamlets
Electoral Ward
Canary Wharf
Westminster Constituency
Poplar and Limehouse

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HITACHI HIGH-TECH EUROPE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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