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UKRI-5718 Drosophila Strains

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)

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25 Mar 2026 at 11:29

Summary of the contracting process

UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), a central government public authority, has completed its procurement process titled "UKRI-5718 Drosophila Strains," focused on the supply of laboratory reagents within the goods category. Located in Swindon, Wiltshire, UKRI aimed to acquire various Drosophila strains for research purposes, with the contract awarded to Indiana University. The procurement was conducted through direct procurement below the threshold, without competition, marking its initiation with the award notice dated 25 March 2026. The contract spans from 12 March 2026 to 11 March 2029, encompassing delivery within the United Kingdom.

This tender represents a strategic opportunity for businesses specialising in laboratory reagents and supplies to establish connections with UKRI for future procurement needs. Although the current contract was awarded directly to an established supplier, Indiana University, the demand for Drosophila strains highlights potential growth prospects for businesses adept at providing scientific and research materials. Businesses in sectors related to biotechnology, research supplies, and laboratory equipment would be particularly well-suited to engage with similar procurement processes, leveraging the opportunity to partner with influential government bodies like UKRI.

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Notice Title

UKRI-5718 Drosophila Strains

Notice Description

UKRI have selected a supplier to supply various Drosophila strains for a period of three years.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0673ac
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027238-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33696500 - Laboratory reagents

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£30,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Mar 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
12 Mar 2026 - 11 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON, WILTSHIRE
Postcode
SN2 1FL
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

INDIANA UNIVERSITY

Further Information

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