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title: "Biological Samples for Research Project"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06613f"
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# Biological Samples for Research Project

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EXETER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06613f

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## Summary

The public procurement process has been completed for the contract titled "Biological Samples for Research Project," led by the University of Exeter. This contract, governed by the UKPGA legal basis 2023/54, involves the provision of frozen biological samples for research purposes. The samples are sourced exclusively from UK Biobank Limited, which operates in Stockport, United Kingdom. The procurement falls under the "services" category, specifically research laboratory services, and was conducted using a direct procurement method below the threshold, implying no competition was involved. The contract, valued at £193,592.40, was signed on 7th July 2025 and remains active until 7th July 2026.

This procurement presents numerous opportunities for businesses involved in research and laboratory services, particularly those specialising in biological sample analysis. Given the nature of this direct procurement without competition, UK Biobank Limited, the sole supplier in this contract, is an excellent example of an organisation well-positioned to deliver specialised research samples. Businesses with expertise in handling and analysing biological samples in accordance with stringent research standards stand to benefit significantly from such tenders. Leveraging partnerships with prominent research institutions such as the University of Exeter can also facilitate growth in the scientific services sector.

## Notice

Frozen biological samples for research analysis The research samples can only be sourced from UK Biobank and the source of the samples is included in the successful funding application and approved budget.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019082-2026 |
| 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 | 3 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Jul 2025 |
| Contract period | 7 Jul 2025 - 7 Jul 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £193,592 |

## 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 4QJ |
| 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

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73111000 - Research laboratory services

## Release History

- 3 Mar 2026 at 15:18 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019082-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019082-2026
  3rd March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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