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title: "MRC Sleep Study - Distribution of IMP"
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# MRC Sleep Study - Distribution of IMP

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-fa402cb8-5c5e-4893-b7d2-c1a8c414f200

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## Summary

The University of Bristol is inviting tenders for its "MRC Sleep Study - Distribution of IMP" project. This involves the distribution of investigational medicinal products (IMP), including receipt and storage under temperature-controlled conditions, packaging, and delivery to participant homes. The project falls under the industry category of medical equipment and pharmaceuticals, with services being delivered in the South West region of the United Kingdom. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, with the deadline for submissions set for 6th March 2026. The contract is set to commence on 30th June 2026 and will conclude on 30th December 2029, offering a contract value of £67,000. The procurement method is an open procedure below the threshold.

This tender presents a valuable growth opportunity for businesses specialising in pharmaceutical logistics, particularly those capable of handling temperature-sensitive medical supplies. It is well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs), as the tender explicitly indicates suitability for these entities. Companies with robust capabilities in ensuring the traceability and accountability of pharmaceuticals will find this opportunity aligned with their expertise. The contract will require adherence to Medicines for Human Use Regulations and their amendments, emphasizing the importance of compliance and meticulous execution in the delivery processes.

## Notice

Distribution of IMP to include the following activities: - Receipt of IMP from manufacturing company - Storage on IMP over the duration of the project under temperature controlled conditions - Receipt, check and confirm prescription - Suitable packaging of IMP/non IMP items - Delivery to participant home address (within 48hrs of receipt of prescription) at 5 timepoints - Maintain chain of custody and Accountability- IMPs must be traceable from the pharmacy to the participant, with temperature control, tamper-evident packaging, and delivery confirmation - Destruction of any left over IMP (or return to manufacturer) - Conducting such work as instructed, and in accordance with any relevant protocol / policy / work-instruction, for the duration of the contract. - Compliance with Medicines for Human Use (Clinical Trials) Regulations 2004 and the 2025 Amendment to Regulations when they are applied in April 2026 plus any other applicable regulatory requirements

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e8ea45e7-aa8d-44c9-aeec-ee8586ecb25c |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 29 Jun 2026 - 30 Dec 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £67,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS1 5DS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK51 Bristol, City of |
| Local authority | Bristol, City of |
| Electoral ward | Central |
| Westminster constituency | Bristol Central |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33000000 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

## Release History

- 9 Feb 2026 at 16:46 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e8ea45e7-aa8d-44c9-aeec-ee8586ecb25c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e8ea45e7-aa8d-44c9-aeec-ee8586ecb25c
  9th February 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://tenders.bris.ac.uk
  Link to eSourcing Portal

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