---
title: "Futuring Biological Commons"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-051871"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-051871.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE UNIVERSITY OF KENT"
published: "2025-05-20"
---

# Futuring Biological Commons

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF KENT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-051871

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## Summary

The University of Kent, operating as a public authority in the sub-central government sector, has recently completed a public procurement process titled "Futuring Biological Commons". This project, funded by ARIA, involves consultancy services over a period stretching from April 2025 to April 2028. Located in Canterbury, the procurement process has reached the 'Award' stage as of 20th May 2025. The procurement method was direct, below threshold, and conducted without competition, leading to the appointment of Katharine Dow, a seasoned provider of business services within the United Kingdom. The contract has a gross value of £47,520, with services categorized under business services such as law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, and others.

This tender offers a unique opportunity for businesses that specialize in consulting and business services to venture into government-funded projects and expand their market reach. Although it was awarded directly without competition, similar contracts can create growth potential for small and large enterprises alike, particularly those capable of delivering expert consultancy in diverse fields such as marketing and legal services. Leveraging such contracts allows businesses to establish reputability and gain significant experience in handling high-profile projects led by institutions like The University of Kent.

## Notice

This is part of the ARIA funded project 28747. Katharine Dowis a named consultant on this project and will provide critical input for the successful delivery of the ARIA project. This project runs from April 2025 to April 2028, Katharine will regularly provide consultancy. PS47,520

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023164-2025 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 May 2025 |
| Contract period | 29 May 2025 - 31 Mar 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £47,520 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE UNIVERSITY OF KENT |
| Locality | CANTERBURY |
| Post town | Canterbury |
| Postcode | CT2 7NZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ44 East Kent |
| Local authority | Canterbury |
| Electoral ward | Blean Forest |
| Westminster constituency | Canterbury |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | KATHARINE DOW |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

## Release History

- 20 May 2025 at 11:09 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023164-2025
- 20 May 2025 at 10:52 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023139-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023164-2025
  20th May 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023139-2025
  20th May 2025 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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