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title: "Recommissioning of X2 Hamilton Units incl. plate readers"
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buyer: "UK Health Security Agency"
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# Recommissioning of X2 Hamilton Units incl. plate readers

Buyer: UK Health Security Agency  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cf9f2277-a486-4781-96a5-071c3501071e

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## Summary

The UK Health Security Agency procured the recommissioning and upgrade of two existing Hamilton Microlab STARlet liquid-handling systems in London. The requirement includes integrating compatible plate-washing equipment, installing and commissioning the upgraded systems, integrating software and developing methods. The resulting laboratory automation is intended to support automated ELISA and Luminex assay workflows and increase capacity for high-throughput serology and immunology testing. This is a laboratory services and laboratory equipment requirement, covering both specialist technical services and precision laboratory equipment. It is relevant to suppliers with expertise in Hamilton Microlab STARlet systems, automated liquid handling, plate readers or washers, laboratory software integration and assay method development.

The procurement is complete and was awarded to HAMILTON SALES & SERVICE UK LTD. The award date was 21 September 2026, following a selective call-off from a framework agreement; the tender submission deadline was 17 September 2026 at 12:00. The awarded value is £189,764.05. The contract runs from 21 September 2026 to 31 March 2027. UKHSA selected one supplier for the requirement. The procurement was not identified as suitable for SMEs or voluntary, community and social enterprises. The outcome reflects a framework-based route for obtaining a defined specialist upgrade and recommissioning package rather than an open-market tender.

This award indicates established demand from UKHSA for specialist laboratory automation supporting high-throughput serology and immunology testing. A credible future competitor would need demonstrable capability to recommission and upgrade Hamilton Microlab STARlet liquid-handling systems, integrate compatible plate-washing equipment and connect laboratory software reliably. Experience of developing methods for automated ELISA and Luminex workflows would be directly relevant, alongside the engineering capacity to install, commission and validate integrated equipment. Suppliers would also need to work within a framework call-off route and provide a coordinated package covering equipment compatibility, technical implementation, software integration and method development. The requirement suits specialist laboratory automation manufacturers, authorised service providers and technically capable integration businesses with relevant life-sciences delivery experience.

## Notice

This procurement is for the recommissioning and upgrade of two existing Hamilton Microlab STARlet liquid handling systems, including the integration of compatible plate washing equipment, installation, commissioning, software integration and method development services. The upgraded systems will support automated ELISA and Luminex assay workflows and enhance UKHSA's laboratory automation capability for high-throughput serology and immunology testing.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a0775116-c22c-4759-bb10-45831c2cfb54 |
| 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 | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Sep 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Sep 2026 |
| Contract period | 21 Sep 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £189,764 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £189,764 |
| 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 |
| Postcode area | 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 | Hamilton Sales and Service UK Ltd |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 71900000 - Laboratory services

## Release History

- 22 Sep 2026 at 15:10 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a0775116-c22c-4759-bb10-45831c2cfb54

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a0775116-c22c-4759-bb10-45831c2cfb54
  22nd September 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/1480542d-db0e-4e0b-8eb8-77288b0b799d
  C472173_UKHSA_Recommissioning of Hamilton Units machines x 2 plate reader_Schedule 7 - Appendix 1 - Order Form_Final_._Redacted

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