UKHSA seeks lyophilisation services for irradiated pathogens for pandemic preparedness.
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) is seeking market engagement for lyophilisation (freeze-drying) services for X-ray irradiated pathogens to support pandemic preparedness. The supplier must handle irradiated inactive viral and bacterial material, develop and optimise lyophilisation protocols, have an ISO 9001 quality system, and provide QC testing. The scope involves lyophilising up to 20 pathogens over 4 years, with vial volumes of 0.3-2mL and batch sizes of 6-100mL, estimated at 5 batches per year. This is a Request for Information (RFI) only, not a tender, and responses do not affect future bidding.