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Bespoke Stackable Guinea Pig Cages

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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16 Jul 2026 at 12:22

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
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16 Jul 2026 at 09:09

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
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16 Jul 2026 at 09:04

UK5 - Transparency Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Bespoke Stackable Guinea Pig Cages" was conducted by the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, operating through the UK Health Security Agency, a central government public authority based in London. This tender falls within the industry category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. Allentown UK Ltd was awarded the contract to supply these specialised cages, which include various features such as stainless steel construction and bottle holders. The procurement was executed through a direct method below the threshold without competition, and the contract was signed on 16th July 2026, with the service period spanning from 27th July 2026 to 31st March 2027. The award stage of the procurement has been completed.

For businesses specialising in laboratory and precision equipment, this tender represents a significant opportunity to collaborate with a central government department. Given the specific nature of the project involving the manufacturing of bespoke animal cages, companies with expertise in precision engineering and experience in using materials such as stainless steel are well-suited to engage in similar future opportunities. This contract could prompt an expansion in product offerings or a focus on custom manufacturing capabilities, appealing notably to large-scale suppliers like Allentown UK Ltd, looking to enhance their portfolio in the public sector market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Bespoke Stackable Guinea Pig Cages

Notice Description

* 8x Bespoke Stackable Guinea Pig Cages - Stackable with 2 doors, spring bolt closure 750x440x350mm (LxBxH), constructed fully from 304grade Stainless steel. Sheet metal back, Mesh sides and top. Mesh doors -gauge 1" - as per most recent drawing version and agreements following prototype. * 8x Bottle holder for a 500ml Bottle (bottle not included). * 8x Door Mounted Food hopper - "J" shape (usable dims inner 120x100x200mm) No Lid.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06cc79
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067259-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

CPV Codes

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£20,612 Under £100K
Contracts Value
£20,612 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Jul 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
26 Jul 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
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

ALLENTOWN

Further Information

Notice Documents

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