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title: "Frozen biological samples for research analysis"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0528cf"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF EXETER"
published: "2025-05-29"
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# Frozen biological samples for research analysis

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EXETER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0528cf

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## Summary

The University of Exeter has completed a procurement process titled "Frozen biological samples for research analysis", aimed specifically for research analysis to support Diabetes UK. This direct procurement, identified by the contract ID UOE/2025/036, was conducted below the threshold without competition, under the legal basis of the UKPGA 2023/54. The tender, categorised under the goods industry with a focus on laboratory reagents, was awarded to UK Biobank Ltd. The contract is active from 23 May 2025 until 22 May 2026, with the delivery managed within the UKK4 region, United Kingdom. It is worth noting that the value of the contract was set at £193,592.40 gross, with a net amount of £161,327.00.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in supplying laboratory reagents, particularly those involved in research analysis or similar scientific fields. Such contracts can facilitate business growth through collaborations and partnerships with reputable universities like the University of Exeter. Small to medium enterprises (SMEs) that can offer innovative solutions or high-quality products in the scientific analysis sector stand a strong chance to benefit from participating in similar tenders. Furthermore, direct procurement methods such as this one enable businesses to establish relationships and build trust with prominent academic institutions.

## Notice

Frozen biological samples for research analysis for Diabetes UK.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028452-2025 |
| 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 |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 May 2025 |
| Contract period | 23 May 2025 - 22 May 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £161,327 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF EXETER |
| Locality | EXETER |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX4 4QH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | Exeter |
| Electoral ward | Duryard and St James |
| Westminster constituency | Exeter |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | UK BIOBANK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33696500 - Laboratory reagents

## Release History

- 29 May 2025 at 12:32 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028452-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028452-2025
  29th May 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

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