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Medicine Management: An Investigation of Fentanyl Heat Expiry Following Exposure to Extreme Temperatures on Military Deployment

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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08 Jul 2025 at 12:58

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process led by the Ministry of Defence involves a contract titled "Medicine Management: An Investigation of Fentanyl Heat Expiry Following Exposure to Extreme Temperatures on Military Deployment." This falls under the industry category of research and development services, focusing on enhancing medication management. The location of delivery is the United Kingdom, with King's College London identified as the supplier. The procurement method employed is a direct single tender action below the threshold. The contract was awarded on 27th June 2025, with the contract period commencing from 30th June 2025 to 31st December 2028. This procurement process is at the award stage, and it primarily targets academia and large research institutes to participate in vital studies that can significantly impact medical practices in harsh environments. The total contract value is £19,372 GBP.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth in the academic and research sector, particularly for institutions like universities, which can leverage such contracts to expand their research capabilities and influence within the medical research field. The focus on real-world environmental studies in challenging conditions such as military deployments opens pathways for organisations specialising in research under extreme conditions. While the contract value may be modest, it potentially holds broader implications for future research collaborations and policy influence, making it an attractive opportunity for well-resourced research entities aiming to make impactful contributions to military and medical policies. Large-scale organisations, especially those with strong research credentials, are well-suited for this type of contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Medicine Management: An Investigation of Fentanyl Heat Expiry Following Exposure to Extreme Temperatures on Military Deployment

Notice Description

This study aims to investigate the stability of Oral transmucosal fentanyl citrate (OTFC) lozenges following exposure to real-world environmental conditions in Kenya with deployed troops. A recommendation paper will disseminate findings to the DMS and medical community, potentially reducing medication wastage and prompting further research into suitable medications under revised policies. This contract is for the PhD that the student will be undertaking while conducting the above mentioned research.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3b470e19-df00-4b6e-8d13-1aba9eeb3184
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£19,372 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£19,372 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
27 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Jun 20258 months ago
Contract Period
29 Jun 2025 - 31 Dec 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
BS34 8JH
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Stoke Park & Cheswick
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

KING'S COLLEGE LONDON

Further Information

Notice Documents

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