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DSIT - NMS - LGC Chemical and Biological Metrology

Department for Science, Innovation & Technology

This public procurement record has 6 releases in its history.

ContractAmendment

02 Jul 2026 at 16:52

UK10 - Contract Change Notice
AwardUpdate

21 Oct 2025 at 09:22

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
AwardUpdate

16 Oct 2025 at 12:03

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Award

16 Oct 2025 at 11:57

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Award

19 May 2025 at 12:29

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
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12 May 2025 at 09:28

UK5 - Transparency Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the DSIT - NMS - LGC Chemical and Biological Metrology project is initiated by the Department for Science, Innovation & Technology. The focus is on maintaining and advancing the UK's measurement capabilities in the chemical and biological fields. This contract amendment provides a short-term extension to the existing phase 1 contract to ensure ongoing coverage until the contract for phase 2 is finalised. The location of the contracting authority is in London, UK. The procurement process is at the contract amendment stage, with a recent change dated 2nd July 2026. The total value of the amendment is approximately £12.6 million (excluding VAT), with an effective period from 3rd to 6th July 2026. This project falls under the laboratory services industry category.

This tender presents a unique business growth opportunity, particularly for large-scale organisations with capabilities in laboratory services and a strong background in measurement science. Due to the direct award method, it is well-suited for specialised firms with exclusive rights or technical reasons that align with the absence of competition. This continued engagement with the National Measurement System ensures the UK remains at the forefront of technological advancements, and businesses involved can benefit from the prestige and potential long-term partnerships with the government. Opportunities also exist for subcontracting and collaboration within this highly specialized area, offering firms the chance to contribute to national innovation and sustainability goals.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DSIT - NMS - LGC Chemical and Biological Metrology

Notice Description

The Chemical and Biological Metrology (CBM) programme forms the backbone of LGC's role as the National Measurement Laboratory (NML) (and Designated Institute for chemical & biometrology). The Chemical and Biological Metrology programme, funded by DSIT supports the UK's current chemical and bio-measurement infrastructure and addresses emerging measurement needs to support innovation.

Procurement Information

The works, supplies or services can be provided only by a particular economic operator for the following reason: absence of competition for technical reasons

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05106b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062467-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK10 - Contract Change Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71900000 - Laboratory services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£9,855,714 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
£10,155,714 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jul 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 May 20251 years ago
Contract Period
1 Oct 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Department for Science, Innovation & Technology
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2EG
Postcode Area
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LGC Limited

Further Information

Notice Documents

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