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linical PractiCClinical Practice Research Datalink (CPRD) Basic multi-study 12-month licence

UNIVERSITY OF EAST ANGLIA

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27 Feb 2026 at 10:33

Summary of the contracting process

The University of East Anglia has completed a procurement process for a service contract involving a Clinical Practice Research Datalink (CPRD) Basic Multi-Study 12-month Licence, aimed at supporting public health and clinical research. Located at Norwich Research Park, Norwich, UK, the procurement is classified under research laboratory services within the public authority sub-central government sector. This procurement was executed directly, below the threshold without competition, and the contract was awarded to the Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency on 6th January 2026, with the active contract period ending on 23rd January 2026. The total value of the contract is £54,000.

This tender reflects a notable opportunity for businesses specialising in data-driven health research services, especially those with capabilities in managing large-scale health data platforms. It's best suited for established entities capable of leveraging real-world data to bolster public health initiatives and enhance future research grant applications. The direct procurement method signifies a preference for trusted suppliers and highlights opportunities for maintaining valuable partnerships in the healthcare sector. Businesses aiming to expand into the government research space would benefit from similar contracts to strengthen their market presence and credibility.

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Notice Title

linical PractiCClinical Practice Research Datalink (CPRD) Basic multi-study 12-month licence

Notice Description

CPRD provides real-world data to support public health and clinical research. The basic Multi-Study Licence (MSL) will allow UEA researchers to continue using CPRD data, supporting current projects and strengthening future grant applications.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065df5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017752-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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
£54,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Jan 20262 months ago
Contract Period
6 Jan 2026 - 23 Jan 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF EAST ANGLIA
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORWICH
Postcode
NR4 7TJ
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Norwich
Electoral Ward
University
Westminster Constituency
Norwich South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MEDICINES AND HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS REGULATORY AGENCY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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