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CSP26066-Edinburgh Brain Bank

UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION

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26 Jan 2026 at 13:59

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "CSP26066-Edinburgh Brain Bank" was managed by UK Research and Innovation, based in Swindon, UK. The contracting process reached the award stage on 26th January 2026, and the contract was signed on 23rd January 2026 with The University of Edinburgh. This tender falls within the public authority sector and covers the procurement of medical equipment relating to brain tissue sourcing. The procurement method was direct, conducted under circumstances allowing for a below-threshold purchase without competition, due mainly to the technical nature of the requirement and the unique capabilities of the supplier. The related contract spans from 23rd January to 23rd February 2026, valued at a gross amount of £12,773.38.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses operating in the medical field, particularly those involved in the provision of specialised equipment and supplies. Although this specific tender was awarded through a non-competitive process, similar future opportunities may arise where unique expertise and technical capabilities are paramount. Companies that can demonstrate specialised knowledge and resources related to the healthcare and medical research sectors would be well-suited to anticipate and prepare for such tailored procurements. Additionally, partnership with established institutions like The University of Edinburgh could provide a strategic edge for businesses looking to expand into research-driven supply chains.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CSP26066-Edinburgh Brain Bank

Notice Description

****THIS IS A CONTRACT DETAILS NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION **** This procurement is being concluded without competition due to an absence of competition for technical reasons, only one particular supplier can supply the good services or works required Brief Description of Requirement Human tissue from the Edinburgh Brain Bank

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060ea4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006691-2026
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

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

33000000 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£10,644 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
23 Jan 2026 - 23 Feb 2026 1-6 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
UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION
Additional Buyers

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LTD

Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
commercial@ukri.org, coreservices@uksbs.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FL
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THE UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH

Further Information

Notice Documents

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