--- title: "BCG Vaccine & TB Skin Test (2027)" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-068de0" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-068de0" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-068de0.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-068de0.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: "2026-05-11" --- # BCG Vaccine & TB Skin Test (2027) 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-068de0 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-068de0) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-068de0.json) ## Summary The UK Health Security Agency, acting on behalf of the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, has initiated a public procurement process for the supply of Bacillus Calmette-Guérin (BCG) vaccines and intradermal diagnostic skin tests for tuberculosis, with deliveries expected over two years starting 1st April 2027. Located at 10 South Colonnade, London, this tender falls under the goods category, specifically vaccines and diagnostic agents, and is classified as a central government public authority project. The procurement follows an open and competitive flexible procedure under the Procurement Act 2023, currently at the tender stage. Interested parties need to submit their offers by 15th June 2026, with an award to be concluded by 20th October 2026. This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in vaccine production and diagnostic testing. Companies with strong capabilities in delivering quality products, adhering to specifications, and offering competitive pricing could leverage this contract to expand their market presence. The open procurement method ensures fair competitive opportunities for suppliers, whilst the potential for contract extension up to an additional 24 months offers long-term collaboration prospects. Providers of related goods are also invited to participate, potentially facilitating partnerships in medical logistics and supply chain management, essential for ensuring timely and adequate product distribution across the UK. ## Notice The provision of Bacillus Calmette-Guerin (BCG) vaccine and intradermal diagnostic skin test for the detection of Mycobacterium tuberculosis infection. Deliveries will be required up to a period of 2 years, with an option to extend for up to an additional 24 months. Information about volumes for each lot is included in the Invitation to Offer documents. ### Lot Information Bacillus Calmette-Guerin (BCG) vaccine BCG vaccine indicated for the prevention of Tuberculosis Renewal: There is an option for the Authority to extend for a period or periods up to an additional 24 months Intradermal diagnostic skin test for the detection of Mycobacterium tuberculosis An intradermal diagnostic skin test, indicated for the detection of Mycobacterium tuberculosis infection Renewal: There is an option for the Authority to extend for a period or periods up to an additional 24 months ### Planning Information The UK Health Security Agency sent a short pre-market engagement questionnaire to known UK suppliers of tuberculosis intradermal skin tests to understand their capability to meet the requirements for the intradermal diagnostic skin test for the detection of Mycobacterium tuberculosis infection. Insights collected primarily focused on product specification, shelf life and supply chain to better understand the current market landscape. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043013-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning, Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 11 May 2026 | | Submission deadline | 15 Jun 2026 | | Future notice date | 6 May 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Mar 2027 - 31 Mar 2029 | | Recurrence | 2026-10-20 | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | 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 ### Codes - 33651600 - Vaccines - 33694000 - Diagnostic agents ## Release History - 11 May 2026 at 12:48 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043013-2026 - 29 Apr 2026 at 11:21 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039130-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043013-2026 11th May 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039130-2026 29th April 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://health-family.force.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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