Contract awardedFood testing laboratory

DSIT – NMS – LGC Government Chemist

Delivery of expert measurement science and technical infrastructure services as the designated Government Chemist. This contract supports the National Measurement System by providing traceable, accurate standards for medical diagnostics, pharmaceuticals, and environmental monitoring, ensuring compliance with international measurement protocols and supporting national security and public health outcomes.

Awarded value
£2m
As published
Published
12 May 2025
Awarded
19 May 2025
LGC
Contract length
6 months
Ends 31 March 2026

What the contract covers

Provision of specialist metrology, measurement science, and analytical chemistry services to support national infrastructure and regulatory standards.

Terms and requirements

Procedure
Direct award
Initial term
10 months
Contract dates
1 October 2025 to 31 March 2026
Certifications asked for
None stated
Lots
1
Suitable for SMEs
Not stated
CPV codes
71900000

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Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT)

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LGC

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Cite this contract

Link
https://bidskim.com/tender/321476/dsit-nms-lgc-government-chemist
Buyer reference
prj_5123
Open contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-051075
Last checked
5 November 2026

Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT). DSIT – NMS – LGC Government Chemist. Contract award, 12 May 2025. BidSkim, https://bidskim.com/tender/321476/dsit-nms-lgc-government-chemist (accessed 5 November 2026).