PADC Plastic Supply, Cutting and Encoding (2026-29)

SECRETARY OF STATE FOR HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE ACTING AS PART OF THE CROWN THROUGH UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

22 May 2026 at 19:42

Planning

13 Jun 2025 at 10:05

Summary of the contracting process

The UK Health Security Agency, acting on behalf of the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, is conducting an open tender process for the supply, cutting, and encoding of poly-allyl diglycol carbonate (PADC) plastic from 2026 to 2029. This procurement activity, under the title "PADC Plastic Supply, Cutting and Encoding (2026-29)", falls within the category of goods, specifically plastic products, and is aimed at supporting the Personal Dosimetry Service in regions like London (E14 4PU) and eventually in Chilton. The tender process involves several key dates: the enquiry period ends on 5th June 2026, submissions are due by 16th June 2026, and the contract award is expected by 9th July 2026. Interested suppliers can submit their proposals electronically, prioritising quality, social value, and pricing criteria.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in plastic manufacturing and processing. Companies with expertise in producing and customising plastic sheets, especially those familiar with the material CR-39, would be well-equipped to participate. Moreover, businesses envisaging growth in the healthcare and safety equipment sector can benefit from engaging with this contract. The potential for contract extensions offers long-term collaboration prospects, supporting sustained business growth for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) capable of meeting quality and delivery standards, thereby contributing to enhanced dosimetry services across sectors such as medical and nuclear industries.

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Notice Title

PADC Plastic Supply, Cutting and Encoding (2026-29)

Notice Description

The supply of plastic for the poly-allyl diglycol carbonate (PADC, also called CR-39) - supply, cutting, and encoding of a minimum of 40 plastic sheets per month. The expected contract would for 3 years with possible 2 (1+1) years extension.

Lot Information

Lot 1 - Manufacture and Supply of PADC Plastic

As detailed in the technical specification for PADC Manufacture covering the supply of PADC Plastic. The supplier will solely be responsible for supplying the required quantity of sheets to the second supplier who will undertake the work based in Lot 2.

Options: Option to extend by 2 x 1 year

Renewal: Option to extend - To purchase 40 quantity monthly.

Lot 2 - Cutting and encoding of PADC Plastic

Lot 2 - Cutting and encoding of PADC Plastic Once the second supplier takes delivery of the PADC Plastic sheets, it is their responsibility to cut and encode the sheets as per the exact technical requirements set out in the Specification for cutting and encoding.

Options: Option to extend by 2 x 1 year

Renewal: Option to extend - To purchase 40 quantity monthly.

Planning Information

UKHSA is seeking to appoint a provider for the provision of supply, cutting and encoding of PADC plastic. The plastic is required for the Personal Dosimetry Service based at Chilton. UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) provides personal dosimetry services (PDS) which measure the amount of radiation exposure received by workers. The service is provided to users of ionising radiation in a variety of sectors, e.g. medical and nuclear, which measures workers’ radiation doses by means of dosemeters or “badges”. We are carrying out preliminary market engagment for this project as part of the pre-tender market engagement process. If you would be interested in submitting a tender for this requirement, please could you email science.tendering@ukhsa.gov.uk with the subject: PADC Plastic to request copies of the preliminary market engagement documents. The deadline for responses is 27th June 2025 at 5pm.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05484a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048312-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

19 - Leather and textile fabrics, plastic and rubber materials


CPV Codes

19520000 - Plastic products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
16 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
15 Aug 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
12 Jul 2026 - 12 Jul 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SECRETARY OF STATE FOR HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE ACTING AS PART OF THE CROWN THROUGH UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY
Additional Buyers

UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY

Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
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

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