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title: "UKHSA Provision for PCR Viral Load Detection and Immunocompromised Assays"
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buyer: "UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY"
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# UKHSA Provision for PCR Viral Load Detection and Immunocompromised Assays

Buyer: UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1307cdcf-e499-45b6-9d31-d36d1b1da238

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## Summary

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has completed a procurement process titled "UKHSA Provision for PCR Viral Load Detection and Immunocompromised Assays" in the laboratory services category. This contracting opportunity is located in the South West region of the United Kingdom and had an award date of 6th May 2026, with a contract period from 6th May 2026 to 5th May 2029. The procurement method was categorised as "Other," and it focused on securing commercial CE marked solutions for viral load detection and immunocompromised assays, essential for organisations that offer nucleic acid extraction and detection services. The overall value of the awarded contract was £1,651,913.30.

This procurement initiative opens avenues for SMEs specialising in laboratory services, particularly those offering nucleic acid amplification tests and related consumables. Businesses can seek growth by supplying innovative solutions within the healthcare diagnostic sector, reinforcing compliance with CE marking standards. This contract was awarded to BRUKER UK LIMITED, indicating that SMEs equipped with capabilities to supply sophisticated diagnostic solutions in this field are well-positioned to compete in similar future tenders. The procurement from UKHSA underscores a substantial opportunity for labs focusing on cutting-edge viral detection and assay development, fostering advancements in diagnostic testing for immunocompromised patients.

## Notice

This requirement is for the procurement of an end-to-end solution incorporating nucleic acid extraction, detection and associated amplification tests and consumables (NAAT). The two requirements which are needed are: - Procurement of commercial end to end solution for Immunocompromised assays to include Parvovirus, HEV, CMV and Entero targets and supply of any CE marked reagents and consumables. - Procurement of a commercial CE marked end to end solution for the viral load detection of EBV, CMV, Adeno Virus, HSV 1+2 in Whole blood or plasma and BK Virus Whole blood/Plasma and Urine including reagents and consumables to replace in-house PCR assays.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aa601a98-bf50-42fa-9341-1c0a892fc94e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 5 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 5 May 2026 - 5 May 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £991,148 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,651,913 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | East London |
| Postcode | E14 4PU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI42 Tower Hamlets |
| Local authority | Tower Hamlets |
| Electoral ward | Canary Wharf |
| Westminster constituency | Poplar and Limehouse |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BRUKER |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71900000 - Laboratory services

## Release History

- 26 May 2026 at 07:24 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aa601a98-bf50-42fa-9341-1c0a892fc94e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aa601a98-bf50-42fa-9341-1c0a892fc94e
  26th May 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/81266918-4d39-4812-99f8-e96100acc795
  C435945 - UKHSA Order Form - Provision of PCR Viral Load Detection and Immunocompromised Assays Redacted

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