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US_25173

UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX(THE)

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23 Jun 2025 at 08:27

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process was initiated by the University of Sussex, identified as a public authority sub-central government entity, situated in Falmer, Brighton, United Kingdom. The contract, titled "US_25173", pertains to the purchasing of transcutaneous vagal nerve stimulation medical devices intended for addressing misophonia. This procurement falls under the 'goods' category, specifically involving laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. Utilizing a direct procurement method classified as below the threshold without competition, the process has reached the award stage with its status marked as complete. The contract period commenced on 15th May 2025 and is set to conclude on 14th May 2026, with the contract having been signed on 14th May 2025. The supplier for this award is tVNS Technologies GmbH based in Germany, and the contract is valued at €53,470.78.

This procurement initiative presents an opportunity for businesses involved in the manufacturing or supply of medical devices, particularly those focused on precision and laboratory equipment, to consider similar tenders. Large-scale enterprises like tVNS Technologies GmbH, with capabilities in supplying specialised medical technology, would find such contracts well-suited to their offerings. As the procurement was conducted through a direct method without competition, it implies potential opportunities for businesses with niche expertise or existing relationships with the contracting authority to anticipate needs and prepare for future engagement with such institutions. Engaging with universities and public sector bodies can stimulate business growth by aligning technological advancements with medical and academic needs.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

US_25173

Notice Description

Purchase of Transcutaneous vagal nerve stimulation in misophonia medical devices

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05515d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034247-2025
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

CPV Codes

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£53,470 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
14 May 2025 - 14 May 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX(THE)
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
r.dewar@sussex.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
FALMER, BRIGHTON
Postcode
BN1 9RH
Post Town
Brighton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ21 Brighton and Hove
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Brighton and Hove
Electoral Ward
Coldean & Stanmer
Westminster Constituency
Brighton Pavilion

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TVNS TECHNOLOGIES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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