---
title: "Biodegradation Kit"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-068975"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF EXETER"
published: "2026-04-23"
---

# Biodegradation Kit

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EXETER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-068975

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## Summary

The University of Exeter has completed a procurement process for a Biodegradation Kit and associated items, categorised under the goods industry with additional services. The tender, identified by PO/2026/1089/CO, was awarded to ECHO Instruments d.o.o., a supplier based in Slovenia. The procurement followed a direct method below the threshold, meaning it was conducted without competition. The contract was signed on 24th February 2026 and will run until 24th February 2027. Delivery is scheduled for locations in the UK, specifically within the UKK region, marking the procurement stage as Award. The process falls under the legal basis of UKPGA 2023/54.

This procurement opportunity, while already awarded, indicates openings for businesses specialising in biodegradation and detection and analysis apparatus. Organisations that appraise themselves as suppliers of innovative scientific kits and related services might find similar opportunities attractive for business growth. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs), particularly those within the scientific instruments sector, could benefit from monitoring such direct procurement opportunities to enhance their market presence. Additionally, collaborations with universities and public authorities can lead to sustained business developments in the research and education sectors.

## Notice

Biodegradation Kit and associated items

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037011-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| 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 | 23 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 25 Feb 2026 - 24 Feb 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £46,890 |

## 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 | ECHO INSTRUMENTS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 38430000 - Detection and analysis apparatus

## Release History

- 23 Apr 2026 at 10:57 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037011-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037011-2026
  23rd 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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