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title: "Handheld XRF Spectrometer"
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buyer: "UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY"
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# Handheld XRF Spectrometer

Buyer: UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-79fa6d25-6240-4441-80f0-c3a34f20687c

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## Summary

The UK Health Security Agency is seeking to enhance its capabilities with the acquisition of a handheld XRF spectrometer, specifically for measuring metals such as lead in both field and laboratory settings, with additional features including calibration software, a benchtop stand, and a safety shield included for laboratory use. This procurement falls under the spectrometers category (CPV: 38433000) and is part of a selective procurement process, executed through a call-off from a framework agreement. The award for this procurement was activated on 16 March 2026, after the tender period closed on 15 March 2026. The procurement process is completed, marking the transition to the contract period set from 16 March 2026 to 12 June 2026, with delivery aiming at the postal code OX11 0RQ in the United Kingdom.

This contract presents substantial business growth opportunities, particularly for suppliers specialising in precision instruments or laboratory equipment. SMEs are encouraged to participate, reflecting the procurement suitability assessment. Given the specialised nature of the spectrometer and its associated use, businesses with expertise in spectrometer technology and calibration software development might find this contract particularly relevant. Large-scale suppliers, such as Hitachi High-Tech Europe GmbH, have successfully engaged in similar contracts, indicating that established companies with a robust supply and logistics network in the UK could effectively meet the procurement needs and capitalise on the business growth within the scientific and health sectors.

## Notice

Purchase a handheld XRF to measure metals including lead in the field and in lab setting. Should include calibration software for key exposure sources (paint, food, spices, soil), benchtop stand and safety shield for safe use in laboratory.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a47d17e8-cce2-4751-aeff-149370dac9ab |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 16 Mar 2026 - 12 Jun 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £28,858 |
| 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | HITACHI HIGH-TECH EUROPE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38433000 - Spectrometers

## Release History

- 17 Mar 2026 at 12:41 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a47d17e8-cce2-4751-aeff-149370dac9ab

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a47d17e8-cce2-4751-aeff-149370dac9ab
  17th March 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b876db3a-14fe-4eca-89fa-5466787f6cdf
  C428614_HVLE-Order-Form-LAB3162-NW_Redacted

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