---
title: "Colony management services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06d304"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF EXETER"
published: "2026-07-24"
---

# Colony management services

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EXETER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06d304

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Colony management services" was conducted by the University of Exeter, a sub-central government authority located in Exeter, United Kingdom. The project falls within the services industry category, specifically laboratory services. This procurement was completed via a direct method below the threshold without competitive bidding. The contract commenced on 6th June 2026 and is set to conclude on 5th June 2027. The procurement stage is complete, with the contract having been signed on 5th June 2026. The services are to be delivered in the UKK region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents a significant business growth opportunity for companies specialising in laboratory and colony management services. With a gross contract value of £80,000, it is well-suited for large-scale service providers with capabilities in maintaining research colonies. Entities like Charles River Laboratories Edinburgh Limited, which successfully secured this contract, exemplify the type of businesses that can thrive by showcasing specialised expertise, reliability, and readiness to fulfil the specific service requirements for public sector research projects. Such opportunities can enable businesses to enhance their portfolios and establish long-term collaborations with reputable academic institutions.

## Notice

Colony management services for existing research project.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070184-2026 |
| 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 | 24 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 5 Jun 2026 - 5 Jun 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £80,000 |

## 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 | CHARLES RIVER LABORATORIES EDINBURGH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71900000 - Laboratory services

## Release History

- 24 Jul 2026 at 10:29 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070184-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070184-2026
  24th July 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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