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title: "OPM-MEG (UoB)"
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# OPM-MEG (UoB)

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d3d05a76-9da3-4063-a652-d94b69554bde

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by the Ministry of Defence involves a contract titled "OPM-MEG (UoB)" focused on researching the effects of blast exposure on brain function. This contract, classified under CPV 73100000 for research and experimental development services with an additional classification of medical imaging services, has been awarded to the University of Birmingham. The contract, which used a selective procurement method through a restricted procedure, commenced on 28th January 2026 and will run until the end of December 2028. The overall value of the contract is £549,830.68. The tender period concluded prior to 23rd January 2026, marking the progression from the award stage to contract implementation in the United Kingdom.

This tender offers considerable opportunities for businesses engaged in high-tech research and medical imaging, especially those focusing on military or cognitive health initiatives. Large-scale enterprises with expertise in experimental development services are especially well-suited to engage with such contracts due to their capacity for handling complex research projects. The collaboration between military institutions and academic research bodies, like the University of Birmingham, underscores the potential for companies to engage in groundbreaking studies with significant societal impact, fostering growth through delivering innovative solutions and contributing to critical scientific and medical advancements.

## Notice

The requirement is to conduct research to understand the effect of blast exposure on brain function, using Optically-pumped Magnetometers - Magnetoencephalography (OPM-MEG). This study aims to begin to understand exposure and brain health effects in key groups of service personnel by measuring blast exposure with a variety of platforms as well as brain effects measurable by performance in cognitive tests, in blood testing, as well as detailed MEG brain scans.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9026f637-b557-4a9a-9043-0e444d256b6e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 28 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £549,830 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £549,830 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1A 2HB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 73100000 - Research and experimental development services
- 85150000 - Medical imaging services

## Release History

- 3 Feb 2026 at 15:12 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9026f637-b557-4a9a-9043-0e444d256b6e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9026f637-b557-4a9a-9043-0e444d256b6e
  3rd February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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