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Reactor Incubator for 3D Cell Culture

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

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04 Aug 2026 at 10:25

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated and completed by the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care through the UK Health Security Agency, involved the purchase of a Reactor Incubator for 3D Cell Culture. This contract, categorized under goods, falls under the research, testing, and scientific technical simulators industry. The procurement process was conducted using a direct method below threshold without competition, and the contract was awarded to CelVivo Aps on the 29th of July, 2026. The delivery location is specified as the United Kingdom, and the contract period extends from July 30, 2026, to June 30, 2028. This purchase aims to support large 3D structure formation, including spheroids and organoids, within a controlled bioreactor environment.

This tender opens avenues for businesses involved in the manufacture and supply of scientific equipment, particularly those specialising in bioreactors or similar technology, to expand their market presence in the public sector. Companies that can offer innovative solutions or cost-competitive products in the field of cell culture will find this contract particularly relevant. While the procurement did not involve a competitive bidding process, suppliers with advanced technological capacities in 3D cell culture incubation, such as large enterprises, could position themselves for future opportunities within this sector. The focus on scientific advancements and research indicates that businesses with strong R&D capabilities are well-suited to fulfill such public procurement needs.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Reactor Incubator for 3D Cell Culture

Notice Description

The 3D bioreactor to create an environment to promote large 3D structures including spheroids, organoids and other cell aggregates

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06dae7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073577-2026
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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

38970000 - Research, testing and scientific technical simulator

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£60,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Aug 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
29 Jul 2026 - 30 Jun 2028 1-2 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
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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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CELVIVO

Further Information

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