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Hamilton Starlet Purchase and System Upgrade

UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY

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30 Jan 2026 at 13:52

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Hamilton Starlet Purchase and System Upgrade" has been completed by the UK Health Security Agency. This procurement, classified under the industry category for laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, took place in London, United Kingdom, with the contract period running from 29th January 2026 to 30th January 2030. The process followed a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, and concluded with the awarding of the contract on 29th January 2026. The tender, valued at £237,536.34, offers small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) the opportunity to engage and compete in this specialised field.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for business growth for companies specialising in laboratory and precision equipment, particularly those operating as SMEs, as indicated by the procurement’s suitability criteria. With Hamilton Sales & Service UK Ltd already named as the supplier, this underscores the agency’s commitment to working with proven and reliable partners. Businesses with expertise in this niche market can leverage this procurement to expand their portfolio and strengthen relationships with public sector bodies. Companies with robust capabilities in delivering high-quality laboratory systems and upgrades are well-positioned to benefit from similar future tenders, given the rising demand for precision equipment in public health contexts.

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Notice Title

Hamilton Starlet Purchase and System Upgrade

Notice Description

Hamilton Starlet Purchase and System Upgrade via National Microbiology Framework.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d55fd318-a65e-47b7-af95-1212071c8873
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2ca71a16-4f18-4140-a366-a286ee630950
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
SME

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
£237,536 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£237,536 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
28 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
29 Jan 2026 - 30 Jan 2030 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

HAMILTON SALES & SERVICE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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