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 3 releases in its history.

Award

19 Jun 2026 at 11:23

Tender

01 May 2026 at 09:30

Planning

22 Sep 2025 at 14:53

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, through the UK Health Security Agency, involved the acquisition of a single-molecule counting and digital quantification of RNA molecules instrument—a critical component for public health protection. The tender, initially posted on 1st May 2026 with the deadline for submissions being 28th May 2026, has reached the award stage with Bruker Spatial Biology, Inc. securing the contract. The main industry category for this procurement falls under laboratory and precision equipments, and the geographical focus is primarily within the United Kingdom, specifically in London. The contract will commence on 1st July 2026 and conclude on 31st March 2027, reflecting a methodical open procedure tailored to maintain and enhance UKHSA's research capabilities.

This tender presents considerable opportunities for businesses specialising in laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, particularly those offering innovative solutions compatible with the demand for advanced analytical platforms. By entering such public contracts, businesses can expand their market presence and enhance their profiles in the life sciences and healthcare sectors. Providing that advanced, robust analytical platforms are part of their expertise, SMEs and large companies alike, particularly those experienced in handling clinical samples and integrating data analysis systems, would find the competitive procurement process an advantageous opportunity for growth and strategic partnerships.

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Notice Title

Single-molecule counting and digital quantification of RNA molecules instrument

Notice Description

The proposed acquisition of a single-molecule counting and digital quantification of RNA molecules system is driven by the need to maintain and enhance the UKHSA Radiation Effects Department's (RED) molecular research capability in support of public health protection. RED plays a critical national role in generating scientific evidence on the health effects of ionising and non-ionising radiation and translating this into policy, guidance, and emergency preparedness. Current and emerging challenges - such as the need for rapid, reliable biodosimetry in radiological emergencies, increasing complexity of molecular data, and the requirement for internationally harmonised methodologies - necessitate investment in advanced, robust analytical platforms.

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

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-059f67
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058013-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

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)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£111,186 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Jun 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
28 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
22 Oct 2025Expired
Award Date
17 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
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
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BRUKER SPATIAL BIOLOGY

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