Introduction
The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) has awarded a major laboratory equipment supply contract to support the Sanitary-Epidemiological Services (SES) of the Republic of Uzbekistan. The contract, valued at USD 3.01 million, was awarded on 16 January 2026, strengthening the country’s analytical and diagnostic capabilities in public health and regulatory testing.
Contract Details
The award was issued under Reference No. ITB/2025/57437 following an Invitation to Bid (ITB) procurement process.Contract value: USD 3,012,536.00
Procuring agency: United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS)
Beneficiary: Sanitary-Epidemiological Services (SES), Republic of Uzbekistan
Scope: Supply of advanced laboratory equipment, including:
Lot 1: Mass spectrometers with Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP-MS) - 16 units
Triple Quadrupole Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) systems
Triple Quadrupole Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS/MS) systems
The equipment will be deployed to enhance analytical precision in chemical, environmental, and biological testing.
Project Significance
This awarded tender is strategically important for Uzbekistan’s public health surveillance and regulatory compliance. High-end mass spectrometry systems such as ICP–MS, LC-MS/MS, and GC-MS/MS are critical for detecting trace contaminants, monitoring food and environmental safety, and supporting disease prevention and response.From an industry perspective, the contract highlights sustained demand for analytical instrumentation and laboratory technology across Central Asia, driven by modernisation of public laboratories and international standards alignment.
Procurement and Implementation
UNOPS will oversee contract administration in line with UN procurement standards, ensuring quality assurance, timely delivery, and compliance with technical specifications. The procurement underscores UNOPS’ role in facilitating transparent, internationally funded government procurement in the health and science sectors.Conclusion
With the contract now awarded, implementation is expected to move into delivery and commissioning phases, providing Uzbekistan’s SES with state-of-the-art laboratory tools. The project marks a significant investment in laboratory infrastructure, reinforcing national capacity for public health protection and scientific analysis.
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