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Production of 5gm at 15mg/ml and 5 gm at 25mg/ml

THE PIRBRIGHT INSTITUTE

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17 Jun 2025 at 09:35

Summary of the contracting process

The recent procurement process conducted by THE PIRBRIGHT INSTITUTE involved the production of specific antibody doses necessary for in vivo studies with pigs. Located in Woking, United Kingdom, the institution operates under the classification of a sub-central government public authority. The process, titled "Production of 5gm at 15mg/ml and 5 gm at 25mg/ml," falls under the goods category, specifically vaccines for veterinary medicine. This procurement reached the Award stage on 17th June 2025, with Absolute Antibody Ltd, a supplier based in Redcar, United Kingdom, being awarded the contract. This direct procurement method was carried out below the threshold without competition, and the contract, valued at £178,838, was signed on 18th March 2025. The delivery was completed between March and May 2025.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) adept in biotechnology and pharmaceutical production, particularly those that specialise in veterinary medicine and antibody production. By securing such contracts, businesses can significantly enhance their portfolios by contributing to crucial scientific advancements in an academic setting. Firms that can provide specialised production services or have expertise in handling large-scale antibody delivery would be well-positioned to leverage such opportunities for growth and networking within the public health and research spheres. The direct procurement approach used here underscores the importance of maintaining a strong reputation and acknowledged capability in the field to secure such contracts.

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Notice Title

Production of 5gm at 15mg/ml and 5 gm at 25mg/ml

Notice Description

Background: This antibody is required for performing in vivo studies in pigs. The antibody will be administered at 15-25mg/kg to pigs and therefore large quantities are requires Rationale: To examine viral load in a large animal after influenza challenge which will establish a model for evaluation of efficacy of virus transmission blocker.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-054dfa
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032833-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33651690 - Vaccines for veterinary medicine

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£178,838 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
27 Mar 2025 - 19 May 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE PIRBRIGHT INSTITUTE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement.department@pirbright.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
WOKING
Postcode
GU24 0NF
Post Town
Guildford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ25 West Surrey
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Guildford
Electoral Ward
Normandy & Pirbright
Westminster Constituency
Surrey Heath

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ABSOLUTE ANTIBODY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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