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title: "Metafer MetaSystems Microscope System for Cytogenetics Group"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-064b31"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SECRETARY OF STATE FOR HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE ACTING AS PART OF THE CROWN THROUGH UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY"
published: "2026-03-03"
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# Metafer MetaSystems Microscope System for Cytogenetics Group

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-064b31

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care acting as part of the Crown through the UK Health Security Agency, involves the acquisition of the Metafer MetaSystems Microscope System for the Cytogenetics Group. This tender falls under the goods category, specifically involving imaging equipment for medical use. The site of the buyer is in London, while the supplier, Appleton Woods Limited, is located in Birmingham. The procurement stage has reached completion with a final contract award notice dated 3rd March 2026, which details the direct award method justified by the sole supplier rationale. The contract term begins from 25th February 2026 and extends up to 30th September 2026, with a gross value of £197,904.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses involved in supplying imaging equipment, particularly those with specialised capabilities in medical and cytogenetic applications. The procurement process favoured large-scale companies, evidenced by the award to Appleton Woods Limited due to its ability to supply sophisticated equipment. The direct award method suggests a competitive edge for suppliers with unique products, making it a lucrative opportunity for enterprises with similar offerings seeking market entry. Businesses that can demonstrate technical and bespoke solutions in imaging technology stand to benefit from similar government procurement processes.

## Notice

Purchase of Metafer MetaSystems Microscope System for Cytogenetics Group

### Procurement Information

Sole Supplier

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019163-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 25 Feb 2026 - 30 Sep 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £164,920 |
| Contracts value | £164,920 |

## Status

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

## 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 | APPLETON WOODS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33110000 - Imaging equipment for medical, dental and veterinary use

## Release History

- 3 Mar 2026 at 16:21 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019163-2026
- 9 Feb 2026 at 15:11 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011464-2026
- 9 Feb 2026 at 14:03 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011404-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019163-2026
  3rd March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011464-2026
  9th February 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011404-2026
  9th February 2026 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.appletonwoods.co.uk
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-health-security-agency
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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