--- title: "UKHSA Diagnostic and Research Framework (DRF)" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05d7ab" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05d7ab" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05d7ab.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05d7ab.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SECRETARY OF STATE FOR HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE ACTING AS PART OF THE CROWN THROUGH UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY" published: "2026-03-12" --- # UKHSA Diagnostic and Research Framework (DRF) Buyer: SECRETARY OF STATE FOR HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE ACTING AS PART OF THE CROWN THROUGH UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05d7ab [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05d7ab) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05d7ab.json) ## Summary The procurement process for the UKHSA Diagnostic and Research Framework (DRF) is overseen by the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care through the UK Health Security Agency. This initiative involves a significant investment in facilitating the UK's capabilities in health diagnostics and research, divided into two lots: Diagnostics Goods and Services, and Research and Development. The framework's maximum value is estimated at £6.25 billion, exclusive of VAT. The procurement is currently in the tender stage with key deadlines set for enquiries closing on 24 March 2026 and tender submission closing on 8 April 2026. The process is open and aligns with the framework agreement method, promising opportunities extending to various public sector bodies in the United Kingdom, including NHS Authorities, local authorities, and academic institutions. This procurement presents substantial business growth opportunities, especially for SMEs and VCSEs. The framework requires suppliers to offer UKCA/CE-marked diagnostic equipment and services for Lot 1, and non-marked products for research purposes for Lot 2. Such requirements open avenues for companies specialising in medical equipment, laboratory services, and pharmaceuticals to engage in this expansive contract, fostering collaborations across health and research sectors. The framework's adaptability to health emergencies further demands innovative solutions, making it ideal for enterprises capable of rapid scaling and agile response to public health demands. Businesses capable of meeting technical criteria and maintaining necessary accreditations as detailed in the procurement documents are particularly likely to find success in this competitive and crucial sector. ## Notice The UKHSA Diagnostics and Research Open Framework is the successor to the current UKHSA National Microbiology Framework, and predecessor PHE Public Health Microbiology Framework and will be used to support the UK Health Security Agency's Diagnostics and Research activities for both day to day and incident response. (Please note that it is the potential surge capacity that accounts for the high maximum value of this framework, not anticipated spend) The framework is divided into two lots: Lot One: Diagnostics Goods and Services (products that are UKCA/CE marked or otherwise validated to the required specification), and Lot Two: Research and development (research products that are not UKCA/CE marked) The maximum value (ex VAT) of the framework is set at PS6.25 billion The value of Lot 1 is estimated as PS5.2b and the value of Lot 2 is estimated as PS1.05b. The actual values will vary based on the level of purchasing necessary to provide suitable solutions to the UK's health protection needs. The maximum value is based on the potential total amount payable exclusive of VAT as estimated by UKHSA, including any potential extension options for call-off contracts. This figure allows for the possibility that a health emergency may occur, such as a pandemic; therefore, the total value of cumulative call-off contracts may be less depending on the potential materialisation of health threats. The value and explanation of how it has been estimated is given in good faith as a guide. It should not be interpreted as an undertaking to purchase any goods or services to any value and does not form part of the Contract. ### Lot Information In-vitro diagnostic medical devices and associated services * Lot 1: For the supply of in-vitro diagnostic medical devices and associated services, including equipment, consumables, maintenance, and peripheral equipment and associated services (products that are UKCA/CE marked or otherwise validated to the required specification). Renewal: each framework in the scheme is expected to run for two years with the option to extend by one year. The end date of any extension is not expected to run past the 8-year mkaximum term Goods and services mainly for research & development, experimentation & study Lot 2: For the supply of goods and services mainly for research and development, experimentation, and study (research products that do not require UKCA/CE marks). Renewal: each framework in the scheme is expected to run for two years with the option to extend by one year. The end date of any extension is not expected to run past the 8-year mkaximum term ### Planning Information Following the publication of the PIN 2024/S 000-040856, UKHSA is notifying the marketplace that a tender for the Diagnostics and Research Framework will take place soon and invites suppliers to attend a webinar on the framework. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022624-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning, Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 12 Mar 2026 | | Submission deadline | 8 Apr 2026 | | Future notice date | 9 Jan 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 23 Jul 2026 - 23 Jul 2028 | | Recurrence | 2028-02-01 | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £6,250,000,000 | | Lots value | £6,250,000,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | 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 | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) - 50 - Repair and maintenance services - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 33100000 - Medical equipments - 33124000 - Diagnostics and radiodiagnostic devices and supplies - 33600000 - Pharmaceutical products - 38430000 - Detection and analysis apparatus - 38431000 - Detection apparatus - 38433100 - Mass spectrometer - 38434000 - Analysers - 38434500 - Biochemical analysers - 38434510 - Cytometers - 38434520 - Blood analysers - 38434540 - Biomedical equipment - 38434550 - Blood-cell counters - 38434570 - Haematology analysers - 38434580 - Immunoassay analysers - 38436100 - Mechanical shakers - 38950000 - Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) equipment - 50400000 - Repair and maintenance services of medical and precision equipment - 50410000 - Repair and maintenance services of measuring, testing and checking apparatus - 50411000 - Repair and maintenance services of measuring apparatus - 50412000 - Repair and maintenance services of testing apparatus - 50413000 - Repair and maintenance services of checking apparatus - 50430000 - Repair and maintenance services of precision equipment - 50433000 - Calibration services - 71900000 - Laboratory services - 73111000 - Research laboratory services - 85111800 - Pathology services - 85145000 - Services provided by medical laboratories - 85148000 - Medical analysis services ## Release History - 12 Mar 2026 at 21:18 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022624-2026 - 31 Oct 2025 at 10:11 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069968-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022624-2026 12th March 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069968-2025 31st October 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://atamis-1928.my.site.com/s/Welcome - https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-health-security-agency - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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