Tender

Single-molecule counting and digital quantification of RNA molecules instrument

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

01 May 2026 at 09:30

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

22 Sep 2025 at 14:53

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The current procurement process is initiated by the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, acting as part of the Crown through the UK Health Security Agency, located in London, United Kingdom. The active tender is for a "Single-molecule counting and digital quantification of RNA molecules instrument" intended for medical equipment use. The procurement is in the tender stage and operates under an open procedure, inviting submissions via a specified e-tendering portal. The tender period concludes on 28th May 2026, and the award is expected by 10th June 2026. This procurement is of particular interest to businesses specializing in high-sensitivity molecular analysis systems, given the instrument's stringent requirements for sensitivity, reproducibility, and robustness.

This opportunity presents significant potential for growth in sectors involved in medical equipment and biotechnology, especially for enterprises capable of providing advanced molecular analysis solutions. Companies with products meeting these high technical standards and those offering automated or semi-automated workflows with integrated data analysis capabilities will be well-positioned to benefit. The procurement invites competition from SMEs, providing an inclusive business environment. With key criteria focusing on quality, social value, and pricing, businesses that excel in innovation and cost-efficiency will find this tender particularly advantageous.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Single-molecule counting and digital quantification of RNA molecules instrument

Notice Description

The Contracting Authority requires a multiplexed molecular analysis system capable of performing direct, amplification-free, digital quantification of gene expression (mRNA and miRNA) and protein targets from limited and potentially degraded clinical samples. The system will be used primarily for patient-derived specimens, including FFPE and other clinically archived materials, where RNA quantity and integrity may be limited. The solution must therefore demonstrate high sensitivity, reproducibility, and robustness to sample degradation. The required system must provide a complete sample-to-data workflow, enabling end-to-end processing, automated or semi-automated operation, and integrated data analysis suitable for use by scientific staff without advanced bioinformatics expertise. To access this opportunity, you must first register as a "Supplier" on the Authority's e-tendering portal here: https://atamis-1928.my.site.com/s/Welcome

Planning Information

UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) is conduction Preliminary Market Engagement to understand from suppliers the general levels of market availability, interest and capability for an instrument that can provide direct, single-molecule counting and digital quantification of specific RNA molecules via a survey. Following on from this, suppliers may be contacted for further information if UKHSA deem it necessary. Responses will then be used to consider the best sourcing approach, which has not yet been decided. The deadline for responses is 06/10/2025

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-059f67
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040355-2026
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

CPV Codes

33100000 - Medical equipments

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 May 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
28 May 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
22 Oct 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SECRETARY OF STATE FOR HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE ACTING AS PART OF THE CROWN THROUGH 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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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