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title: "EC1068 Research Models, Re-derivation, Revitalisation & Related Services & Goods"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000818042"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH"
published: "2026-05-18"
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# EC1068 Research Models, Re-derivation, Revitalisation & Related Services & Goods

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000818042

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## Summary

The University of Edinburgh has successfully completed the procurement process for the framework agreement titled "EC1068 Research Models, Re-derivation, Revitalisation & Related Services & Goods." This process falls under the education industry category and is primarily located in Edinburgh, UK (region UKM75). The tender, identified by the ID EC1068, was initiated with an open procedure and has reached the award stage, with the final contracts signed on 8 May 2026 for an active period commencing from 1 April 2026. The procurement involves laboratory research models and related services, offering a two-year framework that includes options for extension. A key factor of the process was the quality and price criteria, weighted at 70% and 30% respectively.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses involved in laboratory research services, particularly those that can deliver high-quality solutions at competitive prices. Companies that are well-suited to compete are typically large-scale suppliers, as exemplified by the successful bidders: Charles River, Envigo RMS UK Ltd., and Janvier LABS. The framework's open procedure allows diverse participation and benefits from electronic submission methods, making it accessible for businesses, especially those looking to establish or expand their presence in the educational sector. The contract value is estimated at £2.6 million, providing a substantial potential market for goods and services provided under this framework.

## Notice

The University of Edinburgh is awarding a framework to replace the existing framework for the provision of Laboratory Research Models, Rederivation/Revitalisation Services, and Related Services and Goods. The University has included buffers within the value to account solely for potential increases in volume or rising costs to mitigate future contract modifications. The anticipated contract value is not a commitment or a guaranteed level of spend. Potential fluctuations in demand, internal policy changes and external factors may result in lower spending

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The University of Edinburgh is awarding a framework to replace the existing framework for the provision of Laboratory Research Models, Rederivation/Revitalisation Services, and Related Services and Goods. The University has included buffers within the value to account solely for potential increases in volume or rising costs to mitigate future contract modifications. The anticipated contract value is not a commitment or a guaranteed level of spend. Potential fluctuations in demand, internal policy changes and external factors may result in lower spending

Options: Options were described within the tender documentation.

Renewal: Two options to extend by a further year (2+1+1)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556062 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 1 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 |
| Recurrence | This depends on if the renewal options are used, so between 1 and 3 years from now. |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,600,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £2,600,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH1 1HT |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh East and Musselburgh |
| Delivery location | TLM75 City of Edinburgh |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 3 |
| Supplier names | CHARLES RIVER; ENVIGO RMS; JANVIER LABS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

### Codes

- 03325000 - Small animals

## Release History

- 18 May 2026 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556062
- 9 Dec 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC545267

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC545267
  EC1068 Research Models, Re-derivation, Revitalisation & Related Services & Goods - The University of Edinburgh is looking to replace its current framework for the provision of Laboratory Research Models, Rederivation/Revitalisation Services, and Related Services and Goods. Contract is to begin on 1 April 2026 and run for two years with two options to extend by a further year.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556062
  EC1068 Research Models, Re-derivation, Revitalisation & Related Services & Goods - The University of Edinburgh is awarding a framework to replace the existing framework for the provision of Laboratory Research Models, Rederivation/Revitalisation Services, and Related Services and Goods. The University has included buffers within the value to account solely for potential increases in volume or rising costs to mitigate future contract modifications. The anticipated contract value is not a commitment or a guaranteed level of spend. Potential fluctuations in demand, internal policy changes and external factors may result in lower spending

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.ed.ac.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000818042
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/

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