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UK Serotine Bat Populations

ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH AGENCY

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19 Mar 2026 at 11:01

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves a contract awarded by the Animal and Plant Health Agency, based in London, for a research project titled "UK Serotine Bat Populations." The project aims to investigate the epidemiology and transmission of European Bat Lyssavirus 1 in the UK, focusing on serotine bats in Southwest England. This procurement falls within the services category and utilises the direct procurement method. The contract was signed on 13th March 2026 and spans from 1st April 2026 to 30th September 2027, with a potential extension of up to three months. Managed by a public authority within central government, the initiative is positioned at the award stage, underpinning research and development activities in the health and environmental science sectors.

This contract offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in research and development consultancy services, particularly those with expertise in molecular biology and ecology. The absence of competition in the procurement method suggests that highly specialised large institutions, such as universities and research centres, are well-suited for collaborations. With a gross contract value of approximately £137,983.51, businesses adept in wildlife epidemiology and innovative molecular techniques may find this project a valuable avenue for growth and visibility within the UK public sector.

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Notice Title

UK Serotine Bat Populations

Notice Description

This contract will enable the delivery of a Defra funded research project 'Investigating the Epidemiology and Transmission of European Bat Lyssavirus 1 in the UK' to further our understanding of the increasing cases of bat rabies due to EBLV-1 in serotine bats in the Southwest of England. Furthering our understanding of host population genetics and host ecology using advanced molecular approaches will uniquely offer clues to understand the emergence, spread and potential maintenance of this fatal zoonotic virus in UK serotine bats. The Authority began the award process with the supplier before the new thresholds came into effect on 1 January 2026.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066e9c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025051-2026
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

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£114,986 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Mar 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 30 Sep 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH AGENCY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

UNIVERSITY OF EXETER

Further Information

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