Award

In Vivo Work

ASTON UNIVERSITY

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Award

06 Nov 2025 at 11:52

Summary of the contracting process

Aston University, based in Birmingham, has completed a procurement process for a project titled "In Vivo Work" focused on wound healing within the research services industry category. The procurement method used was direct, conducted below the threshold without competition, with Charles River Discovery Research Services UK Limited being awarded the contract. This award stage officially began on 5th November 2025 when the contract was signed, with completion expected by 30th November 2025. Located in the United Kingdom, this process is governed by the legal basis outlined in the UKPGA 2023/54.

This procurement presents valuable opportunities for businesses in the research services sector, particularly those specialising in pharmaceutical and biotechnological research. Companies capable of delivering high-quality, innovative research solutions are well-positioned for similar projects in the future. By demonstrating their expertise in such specialised areas, businesses can enhance their profile and potentially secure more contracts from institutions like Aston University and beyond, as public authorities are keen on cutting-edge research and development services.

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Notice Title

In Vivo Work

Notice Description

In Vivo Work - Wound Healing

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05dbb4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071579-2025
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

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£70,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
6 Nov 2025 - 30 Nov 2025 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ASTON UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@aston.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B4 7ET
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Nechells
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CHARLES RIVER DISCOVERY RESEARCH SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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