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title: "Stable Isotope Ratio Analysis"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0562c5"
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# Stable Isotope Ratio Analysis

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EXETER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0562c5

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## Summary

The University of Exeter has completed a direct procurement process for services under the title "Stable Isotope Ratio Analysis." This contract involves the stable isotope ratio analysis of tooth enamel samples and is categorised within research laboratory services. The procurement was conducted below threshold - without competition - and awarded to the University of Southampton. This contract, valid from 8th July 2025 to 6th July 2027, is valued at £96,000 gross. The services are to be delivered in Ireland and are part of the ongoing collaboration between these esteemed academic institutions.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses involved in scientific analysis and research, particularly those offering specialised laboratory services similar to the University of Southampton. Businesses with expertise in isotope analysis and the infrastructure to manage and deliver services across borders would find this contract highly suitable. The collaboration showcases the potential for turning academic expertise into practical services, illustrating how higher education institutions can be viable partners in public procurement frameworks.

## Notice

Stable isotope ratio analysis of tooth enamel samples in two different labs at the National Oceanography Centre, University of Southampton:

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041567-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details 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 | 21 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Jul 2025 |
| Contract period | 8 Jul 2025 - 6 Jul 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £80,000 |

## 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 | UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73111000 - Research laboratory services

## Release History

- 21 Jul 2025 at 10:34 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041567-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041567-2025
  21st July 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.southampton.ac.uk

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