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Molis Support Contract (2026-31)

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

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UK5 - Transparency Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The UK Health Security Agency, acting on behalf of the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, has concluded the procurement process for the "Molis Support Contract (2026-31)" within the information technology services category. The contract, aimed at securing a Molecular Laboratory Information System (MoLIS) LIMS for UKHSA laboratories, covers an initial period of three years with the option to extend for an additional two years. Located in London, this procurement uses a direct award method justified by the essential role that MoLIS plays in managing laboratory workflows and microbiology results delivery. The key milestone is set for 29 May 2026, with CGM LAB Belgium SA as the designated supplier starting 1 June 2026.

This contract creates significant opportunities for businesses specialising in laboratory information management systems, particularly those that can develop or support similar infrastructure within public health frameworks. IT service providers, especially SMEs capable of providing bespoke solutions to governmental laboratories, would benefit from engaging in such tenders. By participating in projects requiring critical laboratory management capabilities, businesses can expand their portfolios and enhance their reputation within the public sector's health security domain.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Molis Support Contract (2026-31)

Notice Description

To procure Molecular Laboratory Information System (MoLIS) LIMS for 3 years with further 2 (1+1) years extension options. The Molis LIMS (Laboratory information management system) is utilised by former PHE UKHSA laboratories for the management of laboratory information in the reference labs at Colindale and Porton Down. It is also utilised by our regional laboratories to support COVID-19 sequencing, management of sample information and reporting of reference and specialist microbiology results, including Pillar 1 Covid PCR and Sequencing results.

Procurement Information

The application is provided and supported by the supplier meet the former PHE UKHSA Laboratories LIMS requirements. MoLIS is an essential system used for the delivery of the former PHE UKHSA Laboratories reference and specialist microbiology service. This system enables the laboratories to manage their workflow and the delivery of results to our customers, is a valuable source of information for our epidemiologists.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069937
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044586-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK5 - Transparency Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

72222300 - Information technology services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£854,488 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 May 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 May 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 31 May 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CGM LAB BELGIUM

Further Information

Notice Documents

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