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Recommissioning of X2 Hamilton Units incl. plate readers

UK Health Security Agency

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22 Sep 2026 at 15:10

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Summary of the contracting process

The UK Health Security Agency procured the recommissioning and upgrade of two existing Hamilton Microlab STARlet liquid-handling systems in London. The requirement includes integrating compatible plate-washing equipment, installing and commissioning the upgraded systems, integrating software and developing methods. The resulting laboratory automation is intended to support automated ELISA and Luminex assay workflows and increase capacity for high-throughput serology and immunology testing. This is a laboratory services and laboratory equipment requirement, covering both specialist technical services and precision laboratory equipment. It is relevant to suppliers with expertise in Hamilton Microlab STARlet systems, automated liquid handling, plate readers or washers, laboratory software integration and assay method development.

The procurement is complete and was awarded to HAMILTON SALES & SERVICE UK LTD. The award date was 21 September 2026, following a selective call-off from a framework agreement; the tender submission deadline was 17 September 2026 at 12:00. The awarded value is £189,764.05. The contract runs from 21 September 2026 to 31 March 2027. UKHSA selected one supplier for the requirement. The procurement was not identified as suitable for SMEs or voluntary, community and social enterprises. The outcome reflects a framework-based route for obtaining a defined specialist upgrade and recommissioning package rather than an open-market tender.

This award indicates established demand from UKHSA for specialist laboratory automation supporting high-throughput serology and immunology testing. A credible future competitor would need demonstrable capability to recommission and upgrade Hamilton Microlab STARlet liquid-handling systems, integrate compatible plate-washing equipment and connect laboratory software reliably. Experience of developing methods for automated ELISA and Luminex workflows would be directly relevant, alongside the engineering capacity to install, commission and validate integrated equipment. Suppliers would also need to work within a framework call-off route and provide a coordinated package covering equipment compatibility, technical implementation, software integration and method development. The requirement suits specialist laboratory automation manufacturers, authorised service providers and technically capable integration businesses with relevant life-sciences delivery experience.

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Notice Title

Recommissioning of X2 Hamilton Units incl. plate readers

Notice Description

This procurement is for the recommissioning and upgrade of two existing Hamilton Microlab STARlet liquid handling systems, including the integration of compatible plate washing equipment, installation, commissioning, software integration and method development services. The upgraded systems will support automated ELISA and Luminex assay workflows and enhance UKHSA's laboratory automation capability for high-throughput serology and immunology testing.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-cf9f2277-a486-4781-96a5-071c3501071e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a0775116-c22c-4759-bb10-45831c2cfb54
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Not specified
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

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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

71900000 - Laboratory services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£189,764 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£189,764 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Sep 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Sep 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
21 Sep 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 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
Postcode Area
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

Hamilton Sales and Service UK Ltd

Further Information

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