Scope
Reference
C387455
Description
The MHRA is looking to procure a bespoke, custom-built negative pressure, Flexible Film Isolator (FFI) linked via a ventilated transfer junction to an existing class III MSC in our SAPO4 containment facility. The FFI shall run at negative pressure. The design must fit the space in the laboratory to enable ergonomic use. The FFI must be capable of maintaining an acceptable internal temperature during normal operation. The FFI must be sufficiently large enough and of reasonable construction to house equipment of ~470kg. There must be a design phase working with laboratory scientists and facility engineers to ensure product suitability.
Site visit for this Tender is a mandatory requirement.
All details available in the Tender documents.
Total value (estimated)
- £150,000 excluding VAT
- £180,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 16 February 2026 to 14 February 2031
- Possible extension to 16 February 2035
- 9 years, 1 day
Description of possible extension:
We expect to award a contract for a one of purchase of the equipment. For service maintenance and/or purchase of any bespoke kits/consumables and/or any IT related requirements, if applicable, the contract will be for the life of the equipment.
Main procurement category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 51430000 - Installation services of laboratory equipment
- 71900000 - Laboratory services
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Submission
Enquiry deadline
4 December 2025, 10:00am
Tender submission deadline
11 December 2025, 10:00am
Submission address and any special instructions
To express interest and participate in the tender, please register and apply via Atamis e-sourcing portal https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome.
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Phone: 0800 9956035
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Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
28 January 2026
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Technical Envelope | Quality | 65.00% |
| Commercial Envelope | Cost | 25.00% |
| Social Value | Quality | 10.00% |
Other information
Applicable trade agreements
- Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Contracting authority
MHRA
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PJLJ-9824-VXPG
10 South Colonnade, Canary Wharf
London
E14 4PU
United Kingdom
Contact name: Aun Bhatti
Email: purchasing@mhra.gov.uk
Website: https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/medicines-and-healthcare-products-regulatory-agency
Region: UKI42 - Tower Hamlets
Organisation type: Public authority - central government