One of the Agency's key objectives is to develop the intellectual assets of the organisation in partnership with industry and other customers. To achieve this we have a dedicated business support network which is responsible for developing commercial activities across the Agency.
The Agency derives a significant proportion of its income from commercial activities. These include microbiological, chemical and radiological testing, research and development contracts, custom biopharmaceutical manufacture, consultancy and training, as well as products including diagnostic kits and therapeutic medicines.
The Agency has three national Centres as well as teams that provide services at a regional and local level. Our business development team aims to identify and undertake contracts which build the Agency's capabilities or translate our knowledge into practical applications which have a clinical, public health or financial benefit.
EQA and Proficiency Testing »
The Agency's EQA schemes provide an independent assessment of the quality of food and water microbiological services provided by laboratories in the public and private sectors.
Biosafety Unit »
The Biosafety Unit has a unique capability of measuring and quantifying the effectiveness equipment and procedures to reduce and prevent exposure to micro-organisms. This expertise is provided to microbiological laboratories, the pharmaceutical industry and in healthcare.
Radiological Services »
We offer a high quality instrument testing service for many types of radiation detectors and monitors, as well as advice to all industry sectors that use radioactive sources, materials or devices such as x-ray machines etc.
Training »
The Agency can offer specialist training in many areas from emergency preparedness to understanding chemical and radiation hazards and various microbiological courses. For more information please contact business@hpa.org.uk