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Purchase of Extraction Platforms

UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY

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05 Jan 2026 at 14:37

Summary of the contracting process

The UK Health Security Agency has completed a procurement process for the purchase of extraction platforms, specifically Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) equipment, for their Cambridge location. This procurement falls under the industry category of goods and utilises a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender was in the award stage as of 12th December 2025, with the procurement period set from 12th December 2025 to 11th December 2030. The contract was awarded to BIOMERIEUX UK LIMITED, with the total contract value being £161,372. Key dates include the tender period ending on 11th December 2025 and the publication date of the award on 5th January 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) involved in the supply of PCR equipment and other related goods. Such contracts provide a stable long-term relationship with a major public health organisation and potential future collaborations. Businesses that specialise in medical equipment, particularly those offering innovative PCR technology, are well-suited to compete for similar procurements. The UK Health Security Agency, located in London, is a buyer that prioritises SMEs, creating a promising landscape for businesses looking to expand their reach and establish themselves in the public sector market.

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Notice Title

Purchase of Extraction Platforms

Notice Description

Purchase of Extraction Platforms for UKHSA Cambridge.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9b2f9e47-c62d-4264-aaa0-47ba4663627d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/08a1bf5a-356f-4056-a175-2f2f581d9bc1
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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

38950000 - Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£161,372 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£161,372 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
11 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
12 Dec 2025 - 11 Dec 2030 Over 5 years
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

BIOMERIEUX

Further Information

Notice Documents

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