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title: "Genotype Testing for Mycobacterium"
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# Genotype Testing for Mycobacterium

Buyer: REGIONAL BUSINESS SERVICES ORGANISATION, PROCUREMENT AND LOGISTICS SERVICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-055d86

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## Summary

The Regional Business Services Organisation, Procurement and Logistics Service, on behalf of the Belfast Health and Social Care Trust, has completed the procurement process for the supply and delivery of Genotype Testing for Mycobacterium. The procurement falls under the industry categories of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, with the primary focus being laboratory testing and medical equipment. Based in Belfast, Northern Ireland, this procurement was conducted using an open procedure and involved key players such as Bruker UK Ltd as the supplier. The procurement is in the award stage, with important dates including the contract award notice issued on 7th July 2026 and the official contract period set to commence on 1st October 2026 and end on 30th September 2032, with the possibility of renewal for up to 24 additional months.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specializing in automated molecular processes for identifying cultured mycobacterium species from positive cultures. Businesses with expertise in providing end-to-end testing solutions that include sample reception, automated results analysis, digital result storage, and maintenance support will find this procurement favourable. It is particularly well-suited for large businesses given Bruker UK Ltd's involvement; however, any business capable of meeting the specified technological and quality requirements is encouraged to participate in future renewals or similar tenders. The procurement method allows for additional purchases, potentially benefiting businesses capable of offering new technologies or additional equipment during the contract term.

## Notice

For the Supply and delivery of Genotype Testing for Mycobacterium. Specifically, an automated molecular process for identifying cultured mycobacterium species from positive cultures. The solution to provide an end to end service from sample reception to final identification featuring automated results analysis, digital result storage.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: The Buyer reserves the right to procure additional volumes of goods throughout the duration of the contract as well the option for purchasing additional equipment or peripherals in the event of funding becoming available or advances in technology

Renewal: The Buyer will have the option to extend the contract period up to and including 24 months

### Planning Information

To prepare for formal procurement process, HSCNI through BSO PaLS is undertaking preliminary market engagement. This engagement aims to gauge supplier interest, identify potential risks, and gather feedback ahead of a formal tender. Participation is voluntary and not a prerequisite for future procurement.
As a next step, suppliers are invited to complete a Preliminary Market Engagement Questionnaire. This will inform the upcoming procurement for genotype testing for mycobacterium and provide insight into current market practices.
To participate, please email palsgransha.sourcing@hscni.net to request a Preliminary Market Engagement Questionnaire for tender 6018196 Genotype Testing for Mycobacterium. Completed responses and comments must be submitted by 3:00 PM on 25/07/2025. 
Please confirm your intention to respond by 3:00 PM on 18/07/2025.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063645-2026 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Apr 2026 |
| Future notice date | 25 Jul 2025 |
| Award date | 29 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2032 |
| Recurrence | 2034-04-01 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £366,587 |
| Lots value | £366,587 |
| Awards value | £263,359 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | REGIONAL BUSINESS SERVICES ORGANISATION, PROCUREMENT AND LOGISTICS SERVICE |
| Additional buyers | BELFAST HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE TRUST; BUSINESS SERVICES ORGANISATION PROCUREMENT AND LOGISTICS SERVICE |
| Locality | BELFAST |
| Post town | Northern Ireland |
| Postcode | BT12 6HU |
| Country | Northern Ireland |
| ITL 1 | TLN Northern Ireland |
| ITL 2 | TLN0 Northern Ireland |
| ITL 3 | TLN06 Belfast |
| Local authority | Belfast |
| Electoral ward | Falls |
| Westminster constituency | Belfast West |
| Delivery location | TLN Northern Ireland, TLN06 Belfast |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 33100000 - Medical equipments
- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 38500000 - Checking and testing apparatus
- 38900000 - Miscellaneous evaluation or testing instruments

## Release History

- 7 Jul 2026 at 12:30 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063645-2026
- 19 Mar 2026 at 15:21 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025327-2026
- 11 Jul 2025 at 10:49 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039214-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063645-2026
  7th July 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025327-2026
  19th March 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039214-2025
  11th July 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://etendersni.gov.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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