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Stable Isotope Ratio Analysis

UNIVERSITY OF EXETER

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21 Jul 2025 at 10:34

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Exeter has completed a direct procurement process for services under the title "Stable Isotope Ratio Analysis." This contract involves the stable isotope ratio analysis of tooth enamel samples and is categorised within research laboratory services. The procurement was conducted below threshold - without competition - and awarded to the University of Southampton. This contract, valid from 8th July 2025 to 6th July 2027, is valued at £96,000 gross. The services are to be delivered in Ireland and are part of the ongoing collaboration between these esteemed academic institutions.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses involved in scientific analysis and research, particularly those offering specialised laboratory services similar to the University of Southampton. Businesses with expertise in isotope analysis and the infrastructure to manage and deliver services across borders would find this contract highly suitable. The collaboration showcases the potential for turning academic expertise into practical services, illustrating how higher education institutions can be viable partners in public procurement frameworks.

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Notice Title

Stable Isotope Ratio Analysis

Notice Description

Stable isotope ratio analysis of tooth enamel samples in two different labs at the National Oceanography Centre, University of Southampton:

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0562c5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041567-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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

73111000 - Research laboratory services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£80,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
8 Jul 2025 - 6 Jul 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF EXETER
Contact Name
Melanie Cox
Contact Email
m.cox2@exeter.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 139723757

Buyer Location

Locality
EXETER
Postcode
EX4 4QH
Post Town
Exeter
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Exeter
Electoral Ward
Duryard and St James
Westminster Constituency
Exeter

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON

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