Planning

Culture media in UKHSA regional and reference laboratories

UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY

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Planning

23 May 2025 at 13:06

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) is initiating a procurement process for the supply of microbiological growth media for its regional and reference laboratories, under the tender title "Culture media in UKHSA regional and reference laboratories." This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically reagents and contrast media, and is currently at the planning stage. The procurement process will involve various types of culture media, including dehydrated culture media, pre-poured agar plates, bottled media, and related supplements. The anticipated contract start date is 1 February 2026, with an end on 31 January 2031, and provisions for renewal extending to 31 January 2034. The procurement process is positioned above the threshold, with a significant budget of £10.2 million allocated. The process is taking place in London, with a future notice date set for 11 August 2025, marking an important milestone in the procurement timeline.

This tender presents substantial business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs capable of supplying high-quality laboratory consumables. Companies specialising in biomedical supplies, specifically those with a focus on laboratory culture media, will find this opportunity well-suited for their expertise and capabilities. Businesses that can provide innovative media solutions and maintain a consistent supply chain will have a competitive edge in securing a contract with the UKHSA. As a central government public authority, the UKHSA offers a stable and reputable partnership, paving the way for sustained business engagement and growth within the public sector market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Culture media in UKHSA regional and reference laboratories

Notice Description

UKHSA is seeking to procure microbiological growth media for its regional and reference laboratories. This includes: - Dehydrated Culture Media (DCM) - Pre-poured agar plates (general and chromogenic) - Pre-poured agar slopes - Bottled media - Supplements and other media related products

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0522e0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026438-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

33696000 - Reagents and contrast media

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£10,200,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
11 Aug 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Feb 2026 - 31 Jan 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY
Contact Name
Not specified
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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