Tender

Circular Economy Data Policy Analysis

UNIVERSITY OF EXETER

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Tender

15 Apr 2026 at 08:30

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Exeter, a public authority under the sub-central government classification, is actively inviting tenders for the "Circular Economy Data Policy Analysis" project. This procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with the submission deadline set for 11 May 2026. The focus is on services related to data services, systems and technical consultancy, data analysis, and research and development consultancy. Located in Exeter, United Kingdom, the procurement method is an open competition, nuances being below threshold, where electronic submissions are allowed. With the tender opening beginning on 15 April 2026, subject matter experts have until 23 April 2026 to submit enquiries regarding this opportunity.

This tender provides a significant growth avenue for businesses specialising in consultancy services related to data analysis and circular economy strategies. Companies experienced in developing scalable and robust data systems that inform policy and industry practices will find this project particularly suitable. The multidisciplinary nature of the required services creates opportunities for collaboration across various sectors. Businesses capable of delivering innovative solutions within defined value chains and contributing to the development of a National Circular Economy Data Observatory will be well-positioned to compete for the project, valued at a gross amount of £168,000. The contract spans two years, commencing on 1 June 2026.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Circular Economy Data Policy Analysis

Notice Description

This opportunity is for specialist expertise to support the design, analysis, modelling and implementation of a National Circular Economy Data Observatory across defined sectors, value chains and policy environments. The services procured under this tender will contribute to the development of a robust, scalable and analytically rigorous CE evidence base capable of informing industry practice, policy development and investment decisions.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068284
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034005-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

72220000 - Systems and technical consultancy services

72300000 - Data services

72316000 - Data analysis services

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£140,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£140,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
11 May 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jun 2026 - 1 Jun 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

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 4QH
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
TLK4 Devon
Local Authority
Exeter
Electoral Ward
Duryard and St James
Westminster Constituency
Exeter

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