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Procurement of Eppendorf X50S thermocycler x 4 25/26

UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY

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07 Nov 2025 at 10:31

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Summary of the contracting process

The UK Health Security Agency has completed a procurement process for the acquisition of four Eppendorf X50S thermocyclers, aimed at enhancing their laboratory services. This selective procurement, conducted through a call-off from a framework agreement, falls under the industry category of laboratory services (CPV code 71900000), with a total contract value of £30,980. Key dates in the process include the tender period ending on 5th November 2025 and the contract commencing on 6th November 2025, running until 31st March 2026. The thermocyclers were to be delivered to locations in the United Kingdom, with the primary address stated as E14 4PU, London.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses that specialise in laboratory equipment, particularly those supplying high-performance PCR and temperature-sensitive devices. As it involved a selective procurement method under a framework agreement, businesses already part of relevant frameworks would have been well-positioned to compete. Although this specific procurement has concluded, similar future contracts could offer growth prospects for suppliers of laboratory technology solutions with a track record of providing innovative and efficient equipment. Companies similar in scale to Scientific Laboratory Supplies Limited, which was awarded the contract, might find these opportunities particularly viable for business expansion.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Procurement of Eppendorf X50S thermocycler x 4 25/26

Notice Description

The Eppendorf Mastercycler X50s is a high-performance thermocycler designed for advanced PCR applications. It supports fully skirted plates and delivers superior thermal performance, with rapid heating and cooling rates of up to 10degC/s and 5degC/s, respectively ideal for temperature-sensitive protocols such as hybrid capture and for minimizing run times. Its unique 2D-Gradient feature enables simultaneous optimisation of denaturation and annealing temperatures, improving experimental efficiency. With precise temperature control, a user-friendly touchscreen interface, and compatibility with a range of plate formats, the X50s is a versatile and reliable solution for applications including DNA barcoding, library preparation, and hybrid capture workflows.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a0d52088-7fb5-418d-8e3d-ea740d4981db
Current Stage
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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
Not specified
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
£30,980 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£30,980 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
6 Nov 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 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
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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

SCIENTIFIC LABORATORY SUPPLIES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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