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715520452 - PhD Research Into Dengue in Defence

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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28 Jan 2026 at 15:15

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence, a central government authority based in Lichfield, United Kingdom, awarded a contract titled "715520452 - PhD Research Into Dengue in Defence" for services in the medical education sector. The procurement process was conducted directly without competition, classifying it as below threshold. This tender is part of the Defence's initiative to enhance its dengue diagnostic and therapeutic capabilities, a critical task given the absence of known therapeutics. The contract was awarded to the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine, a large organisation in Liverpool, on 9th January 2026, with the project running until 31st August 2028. The final stages of this process, including awarding and contracting, were completed by 28th January 2026, ensuring the timely progression of this significant service contract.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for business growth, particularly for those specialising in medical educational services and research. Institutions and enterprises experienced in clinical, epidemiological, and diagnostic fields related to infectious diseases might find similar opportunities in the future. The partnership with the Ministry of Defence could pave the way for contributing to national security through scientific advancements and innovation, especially for businesses ready to support complex medical research requirements and solutions. This contract exemplifies the potential for collaboration between governmental bodies and academic or research institutions to address pressing healthcare challenges.

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Notice Title

715520452 - PhD Research Into Dengue in Defence

Notice Description

Presently, Defence holds no dengue diagnostic capability, with prevention and early detection vital as there are no known therapeutics. Through this PhD, Defence will develop clinical, epidemiological, diagnostic and therapeutic expertise in dengue and arboviruses, a present and future biological threat.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-061117
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007681-2026
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

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80320000 - Medical education services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£49,850 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
9 Jan 2026 - 31 Aug 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
Ana Cotfasa
Contact Email
ana.cotfasa100@mod.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LICHFIELD
Postcode
WS14 9PY
Post Town
Walsall
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG24 Staffordshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Lichfield
Electoral Ward
Whittington & Streethay
Westminster Constituency
Tamworth

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LIVERPOOL SCHOOL OF TROPICAL MEDICINE

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