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title: "Single-molecule counting and digital quantification of RNA molecules instrument"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-059f67"
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buyer: "SECRETARY OF STATE FOR HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE ACTING AS PART OF THE CROWN THROUGH UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY"
published: "2026-06-19"
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# Single-molecule counting and digital quantification of RNA molecules instrument

Buyer: SECRETARY OF STATE FOR HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE ACTING AS PART OF THE CROWN THROUGH UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-059f67

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## Summary

The procurement process led by the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, through the UK Health Security Agency, involved the acquisition of a single-molecule counting and digital quantification of RNA molecules instrument—a critical component for public health protection. The tender, initially posted on 1st May 2026 with the deadline for submissions being 28th May 2026, has reached the award stage with Bruker Spatial Biology, Inc. securing the contract. The main industry category for this procurement falls under laboratory and precision equipments, and the geographical focus is primarily within the United Kingdom, specifically in London. The contract will commence on 1st July 2026 and conclude on 31st March 2027, reflecting a methodical open procedure tailored to maintain and enhance UKHSA's research capabilities.

This tender presents considerable opportunities for businesses specialising in laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, particularly those offering innovative solutions compatible with the demand for advanced analytical platforms. By entering such public contracts, businesses can expand their market presence and enhance their profiles in the life sciences and healthcare sectors. Providing that advanced, robust analytical platforms are part of their expertise, SMEs and large companies alike, particularly those experienced in handling clinical samples and integrating data analysis systems, would find the competitive procurement process an advantageous opportunity for growth and strategic partnerships.

## Notice

The proposed acquisition of a single-molecule counting and digital quantification of RNA molecules system is driven by the need to maintain and enhance the UKHSA Radiation Effects Department's (RED) molecular research capability in support of public health protection. RED plays a critical national role in generating scientific evidence on the health effects of ionising and non-ionising radiation and translating this into policy, guidance, and emergency preparedness. Current and emerging challenges - such as the need for rapid, reliable biodosimetry in radiological emergencies, increasing complexity of molecular data, and the requirement for internationally harmonised methodologies - necessitate investment in advanced, robust analytical platforms.

### Planning Information

UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) is conduction Preliminary Market Engagement to understand from suppliers the general levels of market availability, interest and capability for an instrument that can provide direct, single-molecule counting and digital quantification of specific RNA molecules via a survey. Following on from this, suppliers may be contacted for further information if UKHSA deem it necessary. Responses will then be used to consider the best sourcing approach, which has not yet been decided. 
The deadline for responses is 06/10/2025

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058013-2026 |
| 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 | 19 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 28 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | 22 Oct 2025 |
| Award date | 17 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £111,186 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SECRETARY OF STATE FOR HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE ACTING AS PART OF THE CROWN THROUGH 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 | BRUKER SPATIAL BIOLOGY |

## 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)

## Release History

- 19 Jun 2026 at 11:23 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058013-2026
- 1 May 2026 at 09:30 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040355-2026
- 22 Sep 2025 at 14:53 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058620-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058013-2026
  19th June 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040355-2026
  1st May 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058620-2025
  22nd September 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://atamis-1928.my.site.com/s/Welcome
- https://brukerspatialbiology.com/
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-health-security-agency
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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