---
title: "Reactor Incubator for 3D Cell Culture"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06dae7"
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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: "2026-08-04"
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# Reactor Incubator for 3D Cell Culture

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-06dae7

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated and completed by the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care through the UK Health Security Agency, involved the purchase of a Reactor Incubator for 3D Cell Culture. This contract, categorized under goods, falls under the research, testing, and scientific technical simulators industry. The procurement process was conducted using a direct method below threshold without competition, and the contract was awarded to CelVivo Aps on the 29th of July, 2026. The delivery location is specified as the United Kingdom, and the contract period extends from July 30, 2026, to June 30, 2028. This purchase aims to support large 3D structure formation, including spheroids and organoids, within a controlled bioreactor environment.

This tender opens avenues for businesses involved in the manufacture and supply of scientific equipment, particularly those specialising in bioreactors or similar technology, to expand their market presence in the public sector. Companies that can offer innovative solutions or cost-competitive products in the field of cell culture will find this contract particularly relevant. While the procurement did not involve a competitive bidding process, suppliers with advanced technological capacities in 3D cell culture incubation, such as large enterprises, could position themselves for future opportunities within this sector. The focus on scientific advancements and research indicates that businesses with strong R&D capabilities are well-suited to fulfill such public procurement needs.

## Notice

The 3D bioreactor to create an environment to promote large 3D structures including spheroids, organoids and other cell aggregates

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073577-2026 |
| 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 | 4 Aug 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Jul 2026 |
| Contract period | 29 Jul 2026 - 30 Jun 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £60,000 |

## 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 | CELVIVO |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38970000 - Research, testing and scientific technical simulator

## Release History

- 4 Aug 2026 at 10:25 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073577-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073577-2026
  4th August 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

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