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WasteWater Sampling Service - UK-Singapore Bilateral Aviation Wastewater Monitoring Pilot

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

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06 Feb 2026 at 15:45

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "WasteWater Sampling Service - UK-Singapore Bilateral Aviation Wastewater Monitoring Pilot" was undertaken by the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, acting as part of the Crown through the UK Health Security Agency. This contract was awarded to GINKGO BIOSECURITY UK LIMITED, located in Birmingham. The procurement pertains to the industry category of research and development services. The contract covers services to be provided from 14th January 2026 to 13th July 2026, with options for extending by up to six months. The procurement method used was direct, and no competition was held as it fell below the threshold. The status of the procurement stage is 'complete', with the contract having been signed on 14th January 2026.

This tender opens up significant opportunities for businesses specialising in environmental and biosecurity services, particularly those engaged in wastewater analysis and research. Large enterprises with capabilities in the provision of advanced research and consultancy services will find this contract aligns well with their sector. Participation in this tender allows businesses to engage with central government agencies, providing an excellent opportunity to enhance one's portfolio and generate growth through high-profile public projects.

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Notice Title

WasteWater Sampling Service - UK-Singapore Bilateral Aviation Wastewater Monitoring Pilot

Notice Description

WasteWater Sampling Service for the UK-Singapore Bilateral Aviation Wastewater Monitoring Pilot

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064a73
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011097-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£58,890 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
14 Jan 2026 - 13 Jul 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

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
UKHSA Commercial Operations
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GINKGO BIOSECURITY

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