---
title: "In Vivo Work"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05dbb4"
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published: "2025-11-06"
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# In Vivo Work

Buyer: ASTON UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05dbb4

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## Summary

Aston University, based in Birmingham, has completed a procurement process for a project titled "In Vivo Work" focused on wound healing within the research services industry category. The procurement method used was direct, conducted below the threshold without competition, with Charles River Discovery Research Services UK Limited being awarded the contract. This award stage officially began on 5th November 2025 when the contract was signed, with completion expected by 30th November 2025. Located in the United Kingdom, this process is governed by the legal basis outlined in the UKPGA 2023/54.

This procurement presents valuable opportunities for businesses in the research services sector, particularly those specialising in pharmaceutical and biotechnological research. Companies capable of delivering high-quality, innovative research solutions are well-positioned for similar projects in the future. By demonstrating their expertise in such specialised areas, businesses can enhance their profile and potentially secure more contracts from institutions like Aston University and beyond, as public authorities are keen on cutting-edge research and development services.

## Notice

In Vivo Work - Wound Healing

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071579-2025 |
| 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 | 6 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Nov 2025 |
| Contract period | 6 Nov 2025 - 30 Nov 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £70,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ASTON UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B4 7ET |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Nechells |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CHARLES RIVER DISCOVERY RESEARCH SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 6 Nov 2025 at 11:52 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071579-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071579-2025
  6th November 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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