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11 Jun 2026 at 13:41

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "ONT Gridion purchase" was conducted by the UK Health Security Agency, located in London, United Kingdom. The procurement relates to the industry category of "Laboratory, optical and precision equipments" and was processed using a selective method, specifically through a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender process reached its award stage, with the contract officially awarded on 15th May 2026, and the completion recorded as of 11th June 2026. The contract period is set from 15th May 2026 to 14th May 2027. The total contract value amounts to £45,980 GBP.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for large-scale suppliers specialising in laboratory, optical, and precision equipment who are experienced in supplying sophisticated technologies like the ONT GridION system. While the procurement method was selective, indicating that only pre-qualified suppliers may be eligible, such tenders are ideal for businesses that have secured positions on relevant framework agreements. Although SMEs and VCSEs were not specified as suitable for this procurement, large businesses with established capabilities in precision equipment manufacturing could see substantial revenue growth through such contracts.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

ONT Gridion purchase

Notice Description

ONT GridION Purchase

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5d684bc9-f2fe-4816-99cc-7426c9d4e29a
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
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
£45,980 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£45,980 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
14 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 May 20261 months ago
Contract Period
14 May 2026 - 14 May 2027 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
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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

OXFORD NANOPORE TECHNOLOGIES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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