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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

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

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07 Jul 2026 at 09:58

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
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01 Jul 2026 at 13:55

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
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14 May 2026 at 15:52

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 a procurement process for the MoLIS Support Contract (2026-31). The contract involves the acquisition of a Molecular Laboratory Information System (MoLIS) for a three-year period, with options for two additional one-year extensions. The system will support the management of laboratory data within reference and regional labs, primarily in London, aiding COVID-19 sequencing and microbiology results management. The contract, classified under information technology services, was awarded through a direct award procurement method, concluding the award stage as of 7th July 2026. The contract is valued at £460,516.82 and will run from 12th July 2026 to 30th June 2029, with potential extensions up to 2031.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in laboratory information management systems and information technology services. Given the contract's focus on supporting critical laboratory functions, companies that offer robust, reliable, and scalable solutions in laboratory information systems would find the tender particularly aligned with their offerings. The direct award method suggests a trust in specialised suppliers or unique technological capabilities, making it vital for interested businesses to demonstrate exceptional technical reasons and compliance with the essential requirements set by former PHE UKHSA laboratories. Large-scale companies, similar to CGM LAB Belgium SA, which secured the contract, are particularly well-suited due to their capacity to cater to central government needs effectively.

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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/063527-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details 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
£460,516 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£460,516 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jul 20264 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 May 20262 months ago
Contract Period
11 Jul 2026 - 30 Jun 2029 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

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