---
title: "Dstl000061245"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-066247"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-066247.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY"
published: "2026-03-04"
---

# Dstl000061245

Buyer: DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-066247

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## Summary

The procurement process, managed by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory, concluded on the 4th of March 2026 with the award of a contract for "MultiWash+ plate washers." This tender falls within the medical equipment industry category and was conducted with a direct procurement method below threshold without competition. The goods were delivered to the United Kingdom, with the procurement classified as complete. The contract, valued at £17,861.30 GBP net, is active from the 4th to the 31st of March 2026. Located in Salisbury, the laboratory's contact details for this procurement include an email contact at sp2commercial@dstl.gov.uk.

For businesses looking to expand in the medical equipment sector, this tender presents growth opportunities, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs). Although not open for competition, the procurement process involved direct engagement with Molecular Devices (UK) Ltd — an SME based in Wokingham, Berks. This showcases the potential for SMEs to acquire similar procurement contracts within central government opportunities, especially those focusing on niche medical equipment solutions. Enterprises with expertise in medical, pharmaceuticals, and personal care products would be well-suited for such direct procurement opportunities.

## Notice

MultiWash+ plate washers

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019561-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 4 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £17,861 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY |
| Locality | SALISBURY |
| Post town | Salisbury |
| Postcode | SP4 0JQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK72 Wiltshire |
| Local authority | Wiltshire |
| Electoral ward | Winterslow & Upper Bourne Valley |
| Westminster constituency | Salisbury |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MOLECULAR DEVICES (UK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33000000 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

## Release History

- 4 Mar 2026 at 14:57 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019561-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019561-2026
  4th March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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