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Provision of Electron Microscopy Supporting Equipment

UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY

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26 Mar 2026 at 10:39

Summary of the contracting process

The UK Health Security Agency, based in London, has completed the procurement process for the provision of Electron Microscopy Supporting Equipment, with a focus on imaging equipment for medical, dental, and veterinary use. The tender, classified under CPV code 33110000, was conducted through a selective procurement method using a call-off from a framework agreement. The award was made to LEICA MICROSYSTEMS (UK) LIMITED on 25th March 2026 with the contract period ending on 31st July 2026. The contract is valued at £232,925.12 and includes delivery to the UK, postal code E14 4PU. The tender was aimed at the 'goods' main procurement category and was suitable for small and medium enterprises (SMEs).

This procurement provides valuable growth opportunities for businesses in the imaging equipment sector, specifically those able to supply advanced electron microscopy equipment and related devices such as Ultramicrotomes and Critical Point Dryers. SMEs with expertise in medical and scientific equipment will find this an attractive avenue given the favourable provisions for their involvement. Leveraging framework agreements in this process also facilitates streamlined and efficient competition, allowing qualified suppliers to engage without lengthy tender processes, thereby enhancing opportunities for growth in technological supply chains.

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Notice Title

Provision of Electron Microscopy Supporting Equipment

Notice Description

Provision of Electron Microscopy Supporting Equipment (including Ultramicrotome, Critical Point Dryer, and Carbon Coating & Sputter)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a0f3790d-2c93-4fd1-867f-d8d8a767e2ca
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1787bfbc-7730-4293-a262-e6b8a6d83562
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

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33110000 - Imaging equipment for medical, dental and veterinary use

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£232,925 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£232,925 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
18 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
25 Mar 2026 - 31 Jul 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

LEICA MICROSYSTEMS (UK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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