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UE261081RL

UNIVERSITY OF EXETER

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29 Apr 2026 at 13:42

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Exeter has concluded a procurement process aimed at facilitating remote consultation services for machine-learning data analysis, encompassing design implementation and interpretation. This service was procured through a direct method, below the threshold without competition, thus not involving traditional competitive tendering. The procurement falls under the services industry category with additional relevance to goods, and was conducted in Exeter, United Kingdom. Key stages were completed, with the contract awarded on 4th November 2025, and services are ongoing from 5th November 2025 until 3rd November 2026. The total contract value is USD 37,195.20, awarded to Ronald Kessler from Massachusetts, United States.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in technical testing, analysis, and consultancy services, particularly those with capabilities in machine learning. SMEs with expertise in remote consultation can leverage this contract as a case study for international collaborations, as the procurement successfully links entities across the UK and US. Such contracts can also help businesses grow by enhancing their portfolios with proven records of cross-border service delivery in high-tech industries. Businesses seeking to expand into UK government contracts would find participation in similar direct, below threshold procurements beneficial, offering visibility to public procurement operations without the rigours of competitive bidding.

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Notice Title

UE261081RL

Notice Description

Provide remote consultation for design implementation and interpretation of machine-learning data analyses via series of remote meetings of 1-2hrs each for maximum 18 hours from Nov 2025 to March 2026

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068e27
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039270-2026
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£37,195 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Nov 20256 months ago
Contract Period
5 Nov 2025 - 3 Nov 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 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
Not specified

Local Authority
Exeter
Electoral Ward
Duryard and St James
Westminster Constituency
Exeter

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RONALD KESSLER

Further Information

Notice Documents

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