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Multiparameter sondes and sensors

UNIVERSITY OF EXETER

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31 Mar 2026 at 10:31

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Exeter, a sub-central government public authority located in Exeter, UK, undertook a procurement process for "Multiparameter sondes and sensors" in the Laboratory, optical and precision equipment category. The procurement process, initiated as a tender, has reached the award stage, with the contract signed on 9 April 2025 and scheduled to conclude on 30 April 2026. The tender, classified under procurement below the threshold, aimed to enhance the existing sonde network as part of a research project. The contract, valued at £134,475, requires delivery within the region of UKK and was completed with award notices published on 31 March 2026.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in laboratory and precision equipment, particularly those experienced in manufacturing or supplying multiparameter sondes and sensors. IN-SITU Europe Ltd., a large-scale supplier based in Redditch, UK, was awarded the contract, highlighting the potential for established companies with expertise in high-quality goods provision to engage with research-focused universities. Suppliers capable of delivering complex sensor networks and eager to partner with academic institutions for research and development projects would find this opportunity aligned with their business objectives.

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Notice Title

Multiparameter sondes and sensors

Notice Description

Multiparameter water sondes and associated sensors to build upon existing sonde network in place for a research project.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0678cf
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029534-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - unknown
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)


CPV Codes

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£134,475 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Mar 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Apr 202512 months ago
Contract Period
9 Apr 2025 - 30 Apr 2026 1-2 years
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

IN-SITU EUROPE

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