---
title: "US_25173"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05515d"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX(THE)"
published: "2025-06-23"
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# US_25173

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX(THE)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05515d

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## Summary

The public procurement process was initiated by the University of Sussex, identified as a public authority sub-central government entity, situated in Falmer, Brighton, United Kingdom. The contract, titled "US_25173", pertains to the purchasing of transcutaneous vagal nerve stimulation medical devices intended for addressing misophonia. This procurement falls under the 'goods' category, specifically involving laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. Utilizing a direct procurement method classified as below the threshold without competition, the process has reached the award stage with its status marked as complete. The contract period commenced on 15th May 2025 and is set to conclude on 14th May 2026, with the contract having been signed on 14th May 2025. The supplier for this award is tVNS Technologies GmbH based in Germany, and the contract is valued at €53,470.78.

This procurement initiative presents an opportunity for businesses involved in the manufacturing or supply of medical devices, particularly those focused on precision and laboratory equipment, to consider similar tenders. Large-scale enterprises like tVNS Technologies GmbH, with capabilities in supplying specialised medical technology, would find such contracts well-suited to their offerings. As the procurement was conducted through a direct method without competition, it implies potential opportunities for businesses with niche expertise or existing relationships with the contracting authority to anticipate needs and prepare for future engagement with such institutions. Engaging with universities and public sector bodies can stimulate business growth by aligning technological advancements with medical and academic needs.

## Notice

Purchase of Transcutaneous vagal nerve stimulation in misophonia medical devices

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034247-2025 |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Jun 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 May 2025 |
| Contract period | 14 May 2025 - 14 May 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £53,470 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX(THE) |
| Locality | FALMER, BRIGHTON |
| Post town | Brighton |
| Postcode | BN1 9RH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ21 Brighton and Hove |
| Local authority | Brighton and Hove |
| Electoral ward | Coldean & Stanmer |
| Westminster constituency | Brighton Pavilion |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | TVNS TECHNOLOGIES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

## Release History

- 23 Jun 2025 at 08:27 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034247-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034247-2025
  23rd June 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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