Tender

Genotype Testing for Mycobacterium

BELFAST HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE TRUST

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

19 Mar 2026 at 15:21

Planning

11 Jul 2025 at 10:49

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by the Belfast Health and Social Care Trust, facilitated by the Business Services Organisation Procurement and Logistics Service (PaLS), aims to source genotype testing for mycobacterium. This tender focuses on an automated molecular process for identifying cultured mycobacterium species, with provisions for software support, digital result storage, and equipment maintenance. It falls under the industry category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment and is located in Northern Ireland. The procurement stage is currently active, with key events including the tender period ending on 23rd April 2026, and an enquiry period concluding on 16th April 2026. This open procedure marks a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in laboratory and medical equipment to engage with a public authority contract governed by Northern Irish devolved regulations.

This tender offers significant business growth potential by targeting suppliers who can provide a comprehensive solution from sample reception through to identification, including essential reagents, consumables, and training. It invites participation from small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and promises an extensive contract period from 1st October 2026 to 1st October 2032, with options for renewal. The procurement not only demands high quality and competitive pricing but also promises long-term engagement, including potential extensions for up to 24 months and options for additional procurement based on funding and technological advancements. Businesses with expertise in medical and laboratory equipment, testing apparatus, and digital storage solutions could benefit greatly from competing in this tender.

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Notice Title

Genotype Testing for Mycobacterium

Notice Description

The Business Services Organisation (BSO) Procurement and Logistics Service (PaLS), on behalf of the Belfast Health and Social Care Trust (BHSCT) within Northern Ireland, wish to invite tenders for the Supply and delivery of Genotype Testing for Mycobacterium. Specifically, the department seeks an automated molecular process for identifying cultured mycobacterium species from positive cultures. The solution must provide an end to end service from sample reception to final identification featuring automated results analysis, digital result storage, and supporting software. It must also include all necessary reagents, consumables, training, and equipment maintenance.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: The Buyer reserves the right to procure additional volumes of goods throughout the duration of the contract as well the option for purchasing additional equipment or peripherals in the event of funding becoming available or advances in technology

Renewal: The Buyer will have the option to extend the contract period up to and including 24 months

Planning Information

To prepare for formal procurement process, HSCNI through BSO PaLS is undertaking preliminary market engagement. This engagement aims to gauge supplier interest, identify potential risks, and gather feedback ahead of a formal tender. Participation is voluntary and not a prerequisite for future procurement. As a next step, suppliers are invited to complete a Preliminary Market Engagement Questionnaire. This will inform the upcoming procurement for genotype testing for mycobacterium and provide insight into current market practices. To participate, please email palsgransha.sourcing@hscni.net to request a Preliminary Market Engagement Questionnaire for tender 6018196 Genotype Testing for Mycobacterium. Completed responses and comments must be submitted by 3:00 PM on 25/07/2025. Please confirm your intention to respond by 3:00 PM on 18/07/2025.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-055d86
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025327-2026
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
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)


CPV Codes

33100000 - Medical equipments

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

38500000 - Checking and testing apparatus

38900000 - Miscellaneous evaluation or testing instruments

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£366,587 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£366,587 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Mar 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
23 Apr 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
25 Jul 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 1 Oct 2032 Over 5 years
Recurrence
2034-04-01

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BELFAST HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE TRUST
Additional Buyers

BUSINESS SERVICES ORGANISATION PROCUREMENT AND LOGISTICS SERVICE

BUSINESS SERVICES ORGANISATIONS, PROCUREMENT AND LOGISTICS SERVICE

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DERRY
Postcode
BT47 6YZ
Post Town
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN06 Belfast
Delivery Location
TLN Northern Ireland, TLN06 Belfast

Local Authority
Belfast
Electoral Ward
Falls
Westminster Constituency
Belfast West

Further Information

Notice Documents

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