Award

Purchase of SPT Apricot S1 Liquid Handling Automation System

UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY

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Award

14 Jan 2026 at 12:37

Summary of the contracting process

The UK Health Security Agency has completed the procurement process for the purchase of an SPT Apricot S1 Liquid Handling Automation System, classified under laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. This contract falls under the 'goods' category and was procured through a selective method via a call-off from a framework agreement. The procurement process reached the award stage, with a contract period spanning from 18th December 2025 to 17th December 2029. The delivery location is within the United Kingdom, specifically with postal code E14 4PU, London. The value of the awarded contract to SPT LABTECH LIMITED stands at £22,393.80, and the details of the award were published on 14th January 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses focusing on laboratory and precision equipment, particularly those involved in automation technologies. Companies that are well-acquainted with public sector procurement, and those eligible to participate in selective procurement processes, would find this tender particularly beneficial. The procurement framework supports small and medium enterprises (SMEs), making it an attractive opportunity for businesses looking to expand their reach within the public health sector. Additionally, the long duration of the contract period allows for sustained business growth and a stable relationship with a prominent government health agency.

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Notice Title

Purchase of SPT Apricot S1 Liquid Handling Automation System

Notice Description

Purchase of SPT Apricot S1 Liquid Handling Automation System

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-aeddfdb5-9cce-425a-ab78-2e3c81038a82
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/65ceefcc-239d-4829-99fa-ff7ebc400f36
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
Large

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
£22,393 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£22,393 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
18 Dec 2025 - 17 Dec 2029 4-5 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

SPT LABTECH

Further Information

Notice Documents

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