--- title: "End to end CDMO services for the importation, encapsulation and distribution of T3S and Placebo for the LIONNS-D2 Trial" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05ea44" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05ea44" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05ea44.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05ea44.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "CARDIFF UNIVERSITY" published: "2026-01-16" --- # End to end CDMO services for the importation, encapsulation and distribution of T3S and Placebo for the LIONNS-D2 Trial Buyer: CARDIFF UNIVERSITY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05ea44 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05ea44) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05ea44.json) ## Summary Cardiff University is seeking a contractor for the provision of end-to-end Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisation (CDMO) services in support of a medical research project involving the investigational medicinal product Triiodothyronine Sulphate (T3S). The procurement process has reached the Tender stage under a competitive flexible procedure and is governed by UKPGA 2023/54 regulations. Significant dates include an enquiry period ending on 28th January 2026, a tender period ending on 30th January 2026, and an expected award by the end of March 2026. Interested suppliers, especially those experienced with pharmaceutical products and research development services, should note that this tender requires the return of a Non-Disclosure Agreement to access full details, and operations will be primarily based in Cardiff, Wales. This tender offers an outstanding opportunity for businesses specializing in pharmaceutical manufacturing and development to expand their operations, particularly those with capabilities in importation, encapsulation, and distribution of investigational drugs. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) stand to benefit, given their adaptability and potential alignment with the University's focus on quality and responsible procurement. The competitive process includes stages for quality assessment, pricing evaluation, and negotiation of terms, which can provide leverage for businesses with robust compliance and accreditation credentials. Engaging in this contract can facilitate entry into or expansion within the sector of scientific research and experimental development services, positioning companies for further collaborations in the academic and medical fields. ## Notice The School of Medicine successfully applied for a UKRI grant to investigate in a randomised controlled trial (RCT), a new IMP (investigational medicinal product) called Triiodothyronine sulphate (T3S) in hypothyroid subjects with a gene difference in a thyroid related enzyme called deiodinase 2 (D2). We are looking for a CDMO to (i) Import and QP sign off T3S and matched placebo tablets obtained from Ardena, Pamplona, Spain who will manufacture these to GMP standards; (ii) over encapsulate commercially secured L-thyroxine (LT4 ) and matched placebo capsules; (iii) store T3S and matched placebo obtained from Ardena, and over encapsulated LT4 and matched placebo; (iv) label T3S, LT4 and respective placebo packs for distribution to trial subjects; (v) distribute T3S and matched placebo and over encapsulated LT4 and matched placebo packs to trial pharmacy (Royal Glamorgan Hospital, Wales). ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004093-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning, Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 16 Jan 2026 | | Submission deadline | 30 Jan 2026 | | Future notice date | 12 Jan 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 19 Apr 2026 - 11 Oct 2027 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £421,000 | | Lots value | £421,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | CARDIFF UNIVERSITY | | Locality | CARDIFF | | Post town | Cardiff | | Postcode | CF24 4HQ | | Country | Wales | | ITL 1 | TLL Wales | | ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales | | ITL 3 | TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan | | Local authority | Cardiff | | Electoral ward | Cathays | | Westminster constituency | Cardiff South and Penarth | | Delivery location | TLL2 East Wales, TLL22 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ### Codes - 33600000 - Pharmaceutical products - 73100000 - Research and experimental development services ## Release History - 16 Jan 2026 at 17:31 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004093-2026 - 27 Nov 2025 at 14:43 - Planning - UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/077733-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004093-2026 16th January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/077733-2025 27th November 2025 - Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Assets/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=357392 PLEASE NOTE - Returning of a SIGNED COPY of the attached NDA is required to gain access to the tender on our portal. Please ensure an NDA is sent to the below email addresses without delay to allow us to add your organisation to the tender activity. NDAs returned per the linked PPN UK4 notice will automatically qualify for access to this tender, a second NDA for those who have already returned an NDA is not required. Once received, you will be added to the portal to review documentation and submit a bid. Please note, we can only add organisations who have an account on our portal, please ensure you have registered, otherwise we will be unable to add you until this is done. Return of NDA - rower4@cardiff.ac.uk procurement@cardiff.ac.uk Portal - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/cardiffuniversity/aspx/Home ## Notice URLs - http://www.cardiff.ac.uk/business/why-work-with-us/for-suppliers - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/cardiffuniversity/aspx/Home - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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