---
title: "Bespoke Stackable Guinea Pig Cages"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06cc79"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SECRETARY OF STATE FOR HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE ACTING AS PART OF THE CROWN THROUGH UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY"
published: "2026-07-16"
---

# Bespoke Stackable Guinea Pig Cages

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-06cc79

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Bespoke Stackable Guinea Pig Cages" was conducted by the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, operating through the UK Health Security Agency, a central government public authority based in London. This tender falls within the industry category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. Allentown UK Ltd was awarded the contract to supply these specialised cages, which include various features such as stainless steel construction and bottle holders. The procurement was executed through a direct method below the threshold without competition, and the contract was signed on 16th July 2026, with the service period spanning from 27th July 2026 to 31st March 2027. The award stage of the procurement has been completed.

For businesses specialising in laboratory and precision equipment, this tender represents a significant opportunity to collaborate with a central government department. Given the specific nature of the project involving the manufacturing of bespoke animal cages, companies with expertise in precision engineering and experience in using materials such as stainless steel are well-suited to engage in similar future opportunities. This contract could prompt an expansion in product offerings or a focus on custom manufacturing capabilities, appealing notably to large-scale suppliers like Allentown UK Ltd, looking to enhance their portfolio in the public sector market.

## Notice

* 8x Bespoke Stackable Guinea Pig Cages - Stackable with 2 doors, spring bolt closure 750x440x350mm (LxBxH), constructed fully from 304grade Stainless steel. Sheet metal back, Mesh sides and top. Mesh doors -gauge 1" - as per most recent drawing version and agreements following prototype. * 8x Bottle holder for a 500ml Bottle (bottle not included). * 8x Door Mounted Food hopper - "J" shape (usable dims inner 120x100x200mm) No Lid.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067259-2026 |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Jul 2026 |
| Contract period | 26 Jul 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £20,612 |
| Contracts value | £20,612 |

## Status

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

## Release History

- 16 Jul 2026 at 12:22 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067259-2026
- 16 Jul 2026 at 09:09 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067076-2026
- 16 Jul 2026 at 09:04 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067067-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067259-2026
  16th July 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067076-2026
  16th July 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067067-2026
  16th July 2026 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.allentowninc.com/
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-health-security-agency
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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