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DNAStar License renewal 25/26

UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY

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Award

28 Aug 2025 at 14:12

Summary of the contracting process

The UK Health Security Agency, located in London, has completed the procurement process for the renewal of DNAStar licences for the year 2025/26. The contract, specifically targeting the software package and information systems industry category, involved a call-off from a framework agreement and was awarded to SOFTCAT PLC. This procurement, classified as goods, follows a selective procurement method. The contract period begins on 8th August 2025 and concludes on 30th May 2026, covering various delivery locations such as the United Kingdom, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, and other regions across Europe and the world. The award was made active on the start date, 8th August 2025.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in software and information systems to participate in significant contracts with public health agencies. Although the contract is not specifically targeted at SMEs or VCSEs, companies with expertise in molecular biology and protein network software are well-suited to compete for similar future opportunities. Engaging in such contracts can lead to substantial growth and visibility among large governmental agencies, enhancing the supplier's portfolio and experience in dealing with high-profile contracts. Businesses interested in leveraging framework agreements should prepare to meet the selective procurement criteria to seize similar opportunities.

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Notice Title

DNAStar License renewal 25/26

Notice Description

DNASTAR Licences Renewal 25/26 - Lasergene Molecular Biology & Protein Netwo

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b36fc7dc-63bf-40d9-a341-0a85756fdbae
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£14,793 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£14,793 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Aug 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
7 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
7 Aug 2025 - 30 May 2026 6-12 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
Commerical Operations
Contact Email
procurementnotices@ukhsa.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

SOFTCAT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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