EC1068 Research Models, Re-derivation, Revitalisation & Related Services & Goods

UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

18 May 2026 at 00:00

Tender

09 Dec 2025 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Edinburgh has successfully completed the procurement process for the framework agreement titled "EC1068 Research Models, Re-derivation, Revitalisation & Related Services & Goods." This process falls under the education industry category and is primarily located in Edinburgh, UK (region UKM75). The tender, identified by the ID EC1068, was initiated with an open procedure and has reached the award stage, with the final contracts signed on 8 May 2026 for an active period commencing from 1 April 2026. The procurement involves laboratory research models and related services, offering a two-year framework that includes options for extension. A key factor of the process was the quality and price criteria, weighted at 70% and 30% respectively.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses involved in laboratory research services, particularly those that can deliver high-quality solutions at competitive prices. Companies that are well-suited to compete are typically large-scale suppliers, as exemplified by the successful bidders: Charles River, Envigo RMS UK Ltd., and Janvier LABS. The framework's open procedure allows diverse participation and benefits from electronic submission methods, making it accessible for businesses, especially those looking to establish or expand their presence in the educational sector. The contract value is estimated at £2.6 million, providing a substantial potential market for goods and services provided under this framework.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

EC1068 Research Models, Re-derivation, Revitalisation & Related Services & Goods

Notice Description

The University of Edinburgh is awarding a framework to replace the existing framework for the provision of Laboratory Research Models, Rederivation/Revitalisation Services, and Related Services and Goods. The University has included buffers within the value to account solely for potential increases in volume or rising costs to mitigate future contract modifications. The anticipated contract value is not a commitment or a guaranteed level of spend. Potential fluctuations in demand, internal policy changes and external factors may result in lower spending

Lot Information

Lot 1

The University of Edinburgh is awarding a framework to replace the existing framework for the provision of Laboratory Research Models, Rederivation/Revitalisation Services, and Related Services and Goods. The University has included buffers within the value to account solely for potential increases in volume or rising costs to mitigate future contract modifications. The anticipated contract value is not a commitment or a guaranteed level of spend. Potential fluctuations in demand, internal policy changes and external factors may result in lower spending

Options: Options were described within the tender documentation.

Renewal: Two options to extend by a further year (2+1+1)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000818042
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556062
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products


CPV Codes

03325000 - Small animals

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,600,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£2,600,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
16 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 May 20261 months ago
Contract Period
1 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
This depends on if the renewal options are used, so between 1 and 3 years from now.

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH1 1HT
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM75 City of Edinburgh

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
3
Supplier Names

CHARLES RIVER

ENVIGO RMS

JANVIER LABS

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC545267
    EC1068 Research Models, Re-derivation, Revitalisation & Related Services & Goods - The University of Edinburgh is looking to replace its current framework for the provision of Laboratory Research Models, Rederivation/Revitalisation Services, and Related Services and Goods. Contract is to begin on 1 April 2026 and run for two years with two options to extend by a further year.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556062
    EC1068 Research Models, Re-derivation, Revitalisation & Related Services & Goods - The University of Edinburgh is awarding a framework to replace the existing framework for the provision of Laboratory Research Models, Rederivation/Revitalisation Services, and Related Services and Goods. The University has included buffers within the value to account solely for potential increases in volume or rising costs to mitigate future contract modifications. The anticipated contract value is not a commitment or a guaranteed level of spend. Potential fluctuations in demand, internal policy changes and external factors may result in lower spending

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