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DNA sequencing

UNIVERSITY OF EXETER

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09 Feb 2026 at 15:28

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Exeter has awarded a contract for DNA sequencing services, specifically involving samples processed using the DNA Shield protocol. This procurement falls under the services category, related to laboratory services, as outlined by CPV code 71900000. The process was initiated as a direct procurement method, conducted below threshold and without competition, targeting specific needs within the university's research operations. The contract was signed on 4th July 2025 and spans from 9th July 2025 to 8th July 2026, with a total value of £33,129.61 GBP. The services will be provided by Microbial Genomics Ltd, a Birmingham-based SME specializing in microbial genetics.

This contract presents a significant business opportunity, especially for enterprises within the biotechnology and laboratory service sectors aiming to partner with academic institutions. As the tender was awarded to a small or medium-sized enterprise (SME), it underscores opportunities for similar-sized companies to engage with publicly funded research organisations like the University of Exeter. Companies specialising in niche scientific services, particularly those offering innovative or bespoke solutions, could find similar public procurement processes advantageous for growth and expansion within the UK's academic sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DNA sequencing

Notice Description

SDNA sequencing sample (from Strain using DNA Shield protocol)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064b6a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011475-2026
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71900000 - Laboratory services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£33,129 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
9 Jul 2025 - 8 Jul 2026 6-12 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
UNIVERSITY OF EXETER
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement-operations@exeter.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

MICROBIAL GENOMICS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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