Tender

Custom Synthesis of a Chemical Compound

MHRA

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Tender

23 Apr 2026 at 10:21

Summary of the contracting process

The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA), a central government public authority located in London, is undertaking a tender process for the "Custom Synthesis of a Chemical Compound" project. This procurement falls within the laboratory services category, with the synthesis of a specific polymer to defined specifications. The opportunity is currently in the tender stage with key dates including an enquiry period ending on 8th May 2026 and a submission deadline by 15th May 2026. The contract is valued at £36,000 and will be delivered within the United Kingdom, with the procurement method being open competition below the threshold, allowing electronic submissions.

This tender provides significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), as these businesses are particularly suited to participate in the synthesis and research services referenced. Companies engaged in chemical manufacturing, laboratory services, and related industries may find fruitful prospects for growth, as the project promises potential renewal with a contract period lasting initially from June 2026 to June 2027, and the option for three additional twelve-month renewals. With open competition, businesses capable of meeting the technical specifications detailed in the invitation to tender (ITT) pack may enhance their portfolio and secure government contracts, promoting stability and expansion in the sector.

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Notice Title

Custom Synthesis of a Chemical Compound

Notice Description

Synthesis of a defined polymer (P2s) to defined specifications

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068964
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036983-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71900000 - Laboratory services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£36,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£36,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Apr 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
15 May 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
29 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2027 1-2 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
MHRA
Contact Name
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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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