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Biological Samples for Research Project

UNIVERSITY OF EXETER

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03 Mar 2026 at 15:18

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process has been completed for the contract titled "Biological Samples for Research Project," led by the University of Exeter. This contract, governed by the UKPGA legal basis 2023/54, involves the provision of frozen biological samples for research purposes. The samples are sourced exclusively from UK Biobank Limited, which operates in Stockport, United Kingdom. The procurement falls under the "services" category, specifically research laboratory services, and was conducted using a direct procurement method below the threshold, implying no competition was involved. The contract, valued at £193,592.40, was signed on 7th July 2025 and remains active until 7th July 2026.

This procurement presents numerous opportunities for businesses involved in research and laboratory services, particularly those specialising in biological sample analysis. Given the nature of this direct procurement without competition, UK Biobank Limited, the sole supplier in this contract, is an excellent example of an organisation well-positioned to deliver specialised research samples. Businesses with expertise in handling and analysing biological samples in accordance with stringent research standards stand to benefit significantly from such tenders. Leveraging partnerships with prominent research institutions such as the University of Exeter can also facilitate growth in the scientific services sector.

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Notice Title

Biological Samples for Research Project

Notice Description

Frozen biological samples for research analysis The research samples can only be sourced from UK Biobank and the source of the samples is included in the successful funding application and approved budget.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06613f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019082-2026
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

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
£193,592 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Jul 20259 months ago
Contract Period
7 Jul 2025 - 7 Jul 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF EXETER
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EXETER
Postcode
EX4 4QJ
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

UK BIOBANK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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