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title: "ITT for Hot Cell"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06dccd"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "MEDICINES DISCOVERY CATAPULT LIMITED"
published: "2026-08-05"
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# ITT for Hot Cell

Buyer: MEDICINES DISCOVERY CATAPULT LIMITED  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06dccd

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## Summary

The Medicines Discovery Catapult Limited, a sub-central government public authority located in Macclesfield, is currently in the tender stage for procuring a hot cell system. This procurement falls under the laboratory, optical, and precision equipment category, aimed at the safe handling of radioactive materials, and it encompasses regions across the United Kingdom, including UKC, UKD, UKE, UKF, UKG, UKH, UKI, UKJ, and UKK. The competitive flexible procedure will be employed, allowing for initial tenders to be refined through negotiation before final submission. Relevant dates include the expression of interest deadline on 26th August 2026, the conclusion of the enquiry period on 19th August 2026, and the anticipated award period ending on 14th September 2026.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in advanced laboratory equipment and systems, particularly those with experience in radioactive material handling. Companies with a proven track record in designing, manufacturing, and installing bespoke or off-the-shelf systems are well-suited to compete. The procurement provides the potential for a contract with a maximum value of £360,000.00, covering design, manufacture, installation, and maintenance over an initial five-year period, with possible extensions. Engaging in this tender process could enhance reputation and facilitate access to further opportunities within sub-central government projects.

## Notice

MDC is seeking to procure a hot cell system, including design (where required), manufacture, supply, delivery, installation, commissioning, validation, and associated training and documentation. The solution may comprise an existing off-the-shelf product or a bespoke system, depending on the supplier's proposed technical solution and MDC's operational requirements. The contract will also include warranty, maintenance, and ongoing technical support. The hot cell must meet MDC's technical, operational, and regulatory requirements for the safe and effective handling of radioactive materials. Suppliers will be expected to provide a complete, fully operational solution ready for use.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Initial term: 5 years Extension options: Up to 2 x 12-month extensions (maximum 7 years total)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074354-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Aug 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Aug 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 29 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £300,000 |
| Lots value | £300,000 |
| 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 | MEDICINES DISCOVERY CATAPULT LIMITED |
| Locality | MACCLESFIELD |
| Post town | Stockport |
| Postcode | SK10 4ZF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD6 Cheshire |
| ITL 3 | TLD62 Cheshire East |
| Local authority | Cheshire East |
| Electoral ward | Chelford |
| Westminster constituency | Tatton |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 5 Aug 2026 at 15:16 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074354-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074354-2026
  5th August 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://procontract.due-north.com/register
  Procurement documents are available electronically via Proactis

## Notice URLs

- https://procontract.due-north.com
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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