---
title: "UOEUE271648/2026"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-067d82"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF EXETER"
published: "2026-04-08"
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# UOEUE271648/2026

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EXETER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-067d82

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## Summary

The contracting process managed by the University of Exeter, with a focus on the Banded Mongoose Research Project in Uganda, has recently reached the award stage as of April 8, 2026. This contract falls under the services category and is specifically for research and experimental development services. The procurement method used was direct and without competition, as outlined in the tender’s legal framework. The contract duration is from February 26, 2026, to February 26, 2027. The value of the contract is GBP 35,520 and it was awarded to Mwaka FM Ltd., a SME supplier based in Uganda. The University of Exeter, located in Exeter, UK, served as the buying organisation for this project.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses specialising in research and development services, particularly those with expertise in wildlife research or similar fields, to engage with international contracts. SMEs seeking to expand their footprint in niche research markets, especially those with a focus on Africa, would find similar contracts advantageous for business growth. This serves as a valuable case study on how small to medium enterprises (SMEs) can effectively compete and win international contracts, thereby enhancing their reputation and expertise in delivering specific, high-value services across borders.

## Notice

Banded Mongoose Research Project (BMRP) in Uganda

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031736-2026 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 26 Feb 2026 - 26 Feb 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £35,520 |

## 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 | MWAKA FM LTD. (GBP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73100000 - Research and experimental development services

## Release History

- 8 Apr 2026 at 08:39 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031736-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031736-2026
  8th April 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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