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title: "C397283 - Long read reel time DNA-RNA sequencer 25/26"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-ab85f884-0d11-4d1e-9871-656e19f6dc93"
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buyer: "UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY"
published: "2025-11-21"
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# C397283 - Long read reel time DNA-RNA sequencer 25/26

Buyer: UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ab85f884-0d11-4d1e-9871-656e19f6dc93

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## Summary

The recent procurement process conducted by the UK Health Security Agency, based in London, involves the acquisition of advanced DNA-RNA sequencing devices, specifically a PromethION 2 Solo Sequencing Unit and GridION Mk1, classified under the blood analysers category. This procurement, valued at £205,320, was conducted using a selective procurement method, called off from a framework agreement. The tender period concluded on 16th October 2025, and the contract commenced on 30th October 2025, running until 31st March 2026. The contract was awarded to Oxford Nanopore Technologies Limited, a large-scale supplier located in Oxford. This process has reached the award stage, with the award being published on 21st November 2025.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses in the biotechnology and medical equipment sectors, particularly those specialising in sequencing technology. SMEs with capabilities in cutting-edge sequencing solutions could find this type of contract beneficial to enhance their business footprint and strengthen their collaborations with governmental health organisations. Given the prestigious nature of the UK Health Security Agency as the buying authority, this contract serves as a valuable reference for businesses aiming to establish or expand their market presence in the ever-evolving health technology industry.

## Notice

Purchase of one PromethION 2 Solo Sequencing Unit (PRO-SEQ002) and GridION Mk1 sequencing devices (GRD-MK1)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e2b5723f-2401-4407-bb11-f2e3c190b3ad |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| 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 | 21 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Oct 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Oct 2025 |
| Contract period | 30 Oct 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £205,320 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £205,320 |
| 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 | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | OXFORD NANOPORE TECHNOLOGIES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38434520 - Blood analysers

## Release History

- 21 Nov 2025 at 09:32 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e2b5723f-2401-4407-bb11-f2e3c190b3ad

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e2b5723f-2401-4407-bb11-f2e3c190b3ad
  21st November 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/8252c989-8288-452a-ad90-7b02ea933eac
  C397283 - ONT Contract FULLY SIGNED1_Redacted

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