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Host-pathogen interaction of PRRSV- 1 with target immune cells and in pigs

ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH AGENCY

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07 Jul 2025 at 15:11

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Summary of the contracting process

The Animal and Plant Health Agency, a central government public authority located in London, has awarded a contract for the research title "Host-pathogen interaction of PRRSV-1 with target immune cells and in pigs." Focused on research and development services in this scientific field, the contract provides valuable insights into immune responses in pigs. This procurement process was conducted under a direct method, below the threshold without competition, and has reached the completion stage. The contract, effective from 7th July 2025, has the potential to extend until 30th September 2028, depending on mutual agreement.

This tender offers opportunities for growth predominantly to businesses engaged in research and development services, particularly those experienced with biological sciences or veterinary studies. The sophisticated nature of this contract, combined with its focus on understanding viral interactions within hosts, makes it suitable for research-oriented universities or large-scale scientific establishments, as demonstrated by the University of Surrey's involvement. Businesses in similar fields or aspiring to collaborate with public authorities on intricate scientific research projects would find this contract beneficial for expanding their expertise and influence within the industry.

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Notice Title

Host-pathogen interaction of PRRSV- 1 with target immune cells and in pigs

Notice Description

The main objective of the project is to study the host-pathogen interaction of PRRSV-1 with target immune cells and in pigs. The hypothesis is that PRRSV-1 can be resolved by the host without the use of neutralising antibodies. The approaches to study the host-pathogen interaction of PRRSV-1 in vitro and in vivo shall include the: 1) Use of in vitro systems to demonstrate effect of infection on APC 2) Analysis of innate immune mechanisms that precede the appearance of the adaptive immune response * The studies will determine the events in the tonsil and retropharyngeal lymph nodes * Thereby determining the change in the innate and adaptive cellular composition

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-055a94
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037981-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£68,894 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jul 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Jul 202510 months ago
Contract Period
6 Jul 2025 - 30 Sep 2027 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH AGENCY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

UNIVERSITY OF SURREY

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