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29 Jul 2026 at 15:10

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by The University of Birmingham, a sub-central government public authority, involved the supply of DHA tablets for the Miscarriage MAMS trial. This procurement falls under the industry category of clinical products and was executed through a direct procurement method, specifically below the threshold without competition. The contract commenced on 21st January 2025 and concluded on 25th April 2025. Located in Birmingham, England, The University aimed to acquire goods critical for clinical purposes. The process has progressed beyond the tender stage, with a contract in active status as of the most recent update from 29th July 2026.

This procurement presented a notable opportunity for business growth, particularly for suppliers specialising in clinical products. The contract was awarded to Strides Pharma UK Ltd, a Watford-based SME, highlighting that small to medium-sized enterprises with expertise in pharmaceutical goods are well-suited to engage in such tenders. Suppliers capable of providing specialised clinical trial products can find significant opportunities in public procurement contracts like these, enabling them to leverage their niche to secure government contracts and expand their market presence.

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Notice Title

DHA tablets for Miscarriage MAMS trial, 28 capsules per pack

Notice Description

DHA tablets for Miscarriage MAMS trial, 28 capsules per pack, as per SSA process.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d6d7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071851-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33698000 - Clinical products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£61,740 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Jan 20251 years ago
Contract Period
21 Jan 2025 - 25 Apr 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B15 2TT
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Edgbaston
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Edgbaston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

STRIDES PHARMA

Further Information

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