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title: "Molecular Diagnostics DPS [3350705]"
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# Molecular Diagnostics DPS [3350705]

Buyer: PROCUREMENT AND LOGISTICS SERVICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-028e6c

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## Summary

The Procurement and Logistics Service has initiated a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for Molecular Diagnostics, primarily focusing on the procurement of medical equipment to support the Northern Ireland Regional Molecular Diagnostic Service. This ongoing procurement involves multiple stages, with the most recent extension of the DPS period being set until 23 February 2029, due to updated regulations under the Procurement Act 2023. The procurement falls under the medical equipment industry category and seeks to establish contracts for equipment like cytogenetic and genetic analysers. Operational in the UK regions, particularly Northern Ireland, the tender process is selective, utilising a restricted procedure method.

This tender presents numerous opportunities for businesses specialised in the supply of medical equipment, particularly those with products such as cytogenetic and genetic analysers, electrophoresis equipment, and related software. Firms capable of delivering high-quality healthcare solutions will find this DPS conducive to expanding their market presence, especially SMEs with expertise in supplying advanced diagnostic equipment. The procurement method, focused on quality over price (with a 70:30 quality-price ratio), favours businesses that can demonstrate superior technical offerings and innovative solutions within the medical diagnostic space. Such businesses can leverage this DPS to secure long-term contracts and contribute to the enhancement of molecular diagnostic capabilities in the health sector.

## Notice

Molecular Diagnostics DPS [3350705]

### Lot Information

Lot 1

This tender will lead to the award of a Contract for the Provision of Cytogenetic Analysers to the Northern Ireland Regional Molecular Diagnostic Service, which is established under Lot 7 of the Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) 3350705 for Molecular Diagnostics, Post Analytic Cytogenetic (semi-automated image analysis system for high throughput slide scanning and image capture; software for capture of banded cytogenetic preps; rapid karyotype analysis; dedicated FISH microscope - semi automated scanning of FISH slides; reagents and consumables to process DNA samples for SNP array analysis). Additional information: This Procurement is being complete under a DPS Agreement

Options: The Contracting Authority reserve the option to extend the DPS for any period of time.

### Procurement Information

The Tender was completed as a Supplementary Request for Tender under a Dynamic Purchasing System for Molecular Diagnostics. This notice is being used to publish the outcome of the competition.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008123-2026 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Dynamic |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 Nov 2023 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £28,000,000 |
| Lots value | £28,000,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £3,052,301 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | PROCUREMENT AND LOGISTICS SERVICE |
| Additional buyers | BUSINESS SERVICES ORGANISATION, PROCUREMENT AND LOGISTICS SERVICE |
| Locality | LONDONDERRY |
| Post town | Northern Ireland |
| Postcode | BT47 6YZ |
| Country | Northern Ireland |
| ITL 1 | TLN Northern Ireland |
| ITL 2 | TLN0 Northern Ireland |
| ITL 3 | TLN06 Belfast |
| Local authority | Belfast |
| Electoral ward | Blackstaff |
| Westminster constituency | Belfast South and Mid Down |
| Delivery location | TLN Northern Ireland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | APPLIED SPECTRAL IMAGING; LIFE TECHNOLOGIES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33000000 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
- 33100000 - Medical equipments

## Release History

- 29 Jan 2026 at 14:53 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008123-2026
- 13 Sep 2024 at 08:37 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029321-2024
- 13 Sep 2024 at 08:34 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029319-2024
- 29 Jan 2021 at 10:16 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001814-2021

## Notice URLs

- https://bso.hscni.net/directorates/operations/procurement-and-logistics-service/procurement/
- https://etendersni.gov.uk/epps
- https://spectral-imaging.com
- https://www.hscni.net/
- https://www.thermofisher.com

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