Research & development in East Midlands
Public sector contract notices in research & development covering East Midlands, from Find a Tender.
Research & development notices in East Midlands
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Proposal Development Support for Applicants to EU Funding Opportunities
The University of Nottingham needs help supporting academics across all faculties as they develop proposals for EU funding. The work involves iterative feedback on draft bids from early stages through to submission.
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Moveable Shielding Concept Design Study
UK Fusion Energy seeks a concept design study for moveable shielding as part of the STEP prototype fusion power plant at West Burton, Nottinghamshire. The study will inform the detailed design phase of this first-of-a-kind UK fusion facility.
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EU harmonised surveillance of AMR E. coli and Salmonella found in beef and pork
FSA wants a survey of antimicrobial-resistant E. coli in fresh beef and pork on UK retail shelves in 2027. This procurement is for survey design, sample collection at retail, and transport to the testing lab only; testing is a separate tender.
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MBC-1665 Supported Housing Assessment
Melton Borough Council and a consortium of Leicestershire authorities and Rutland County Council need a supported housing assessment across nine local authority areas. The work involves mapping current supported housing availability and forecasting need over five years, following government guidance and including quantitative and qualitative analysis with stakeholder engagement.
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Process Evaluation of BFI FAN and Network Programmes
The BFI wants a process evaluation of two major National Lottery-funded screen culture programmes (Film Audience Network and NETWORK) operating across the UK. The evaluation covers 2023 to 2029 and will assess how these programmes deliver UK-wide access to funding and opportunities.
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GBC - Business Advisor
Gedling Borough Council is commissioning a small business advice service to support companies within the Greater Carlton area. The role is funded through the Greater Carlton Pride in Place Programme.
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ENQ1304 - Derby Culture Strategic Review
Derby City Council wants a consultant or consortium to review the city's cultural infrastructure, governance, organisational structure and investment model. The work runs from mid-July 2026 to late February 2027.
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EU harmonised surveillance of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) E. coli and Salmonella found in fresh beef and pork meat on retail sale in the UK in 2027
The FSA wants a survey of antimicrobial resistance in E. coli and Salmonella found in fresh beef and pork at UK retail in 2027. The work is split into survey design and sample collection (Lot 1) and laboratory testing with data analysis and reporting (Lot 2).
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The Wash and North Norfolk Coast SAC intertidal rock monitoring
Natural England needs an intertidal rock monitoring survey at The Wash and North Norfolk Coast SAC, collecting biotope data to EUNIS level 5 & 6 and assessing condition against five attributes. Fieldwork runs mid-April to mid-October 2026, with a final report due February 2027.
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ENQ1290 - Heritage Impact Assessment - Emerging Local Plan Allocations
Derby City Council needs a consultant to carry out Heritage Impact Assessments on a selection of proposed site allocations in their emerging Local Plan. Work runs from mid-June to late August 2026.
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The Provision Of Gypsy, Traveller and Showpeople Accommodation Assessment Services In Rutland
Rutland County Council needs a consultant to assess current and future accommodation needs for Gypsy, Traveller and Travelling Showpeople communities across the county over a 20-year period. The assessment will inform Local Plan policy, pitch and plot targets, and accommodation strategy.
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Long Term Monitoring Network - Vegetation Survey - Derbyshire Dales NNR -2026
Repeat vegetation survey at Derbyshire Dales National Nature Reserve, recording plant species and cover across 50 permanent monitoring plots, plus soil sampling and GPS relocation of plot markers.
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Green Belt Review for North East Derbyshire District and Chesterfield Borough Council Areas
North East Derbyshire District Council and Chesterfield Borough Council need a Green Belt Review covering both council areas. The scope and specific deliverables are not detailed in this notice.
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Tintwistle s106 Feasibility Study
High Peak Borough Council needs a feasibility study for a s106 development project at Tintwistle. The work involves research and analysis to assess viability or options for this Section 106 planning obligation.
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Anti Social Behaviour Communications
The Police and Crime Commissioner for Leicestershire wants a single provider to handle communications work related to anti-social behaviour. The scope isn't detailed in the notice.
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Local Development Plan Green Belt Review
Gedling Borough Council needs a consultant to carry out a Green Belt Review to inform their Local Development Plan. The work will assess Green Belt land and support site selection for the draft plan due spring 2026.
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Overcoming Barriers to Town Centre Housing Conversion - UID 115 NP392
Historic England wants a national review and case study on converting town centre spaces - including upper floors, ground-floor retail, and hospitality units - into homes. The work combines lessons learned, technical feasibility, financial modelling, and stakeholder engagement to produce actionable ideas for policy-makers and developers.
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Innovation Strategic Partnerships Framework
Severn Trent Water is establishing a strategic partnerships framework for innovation in water services and R&D. Suppliers will be selected through a PQQ stage process.
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High geochemical lead survey
The FSA needs sampling and analysis of lead levels in food grown or reared in high geochemical lead areas across GB. The work will establish a baseline of lead contamination in these regions to inform food safety policy.
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PAN3389 - LMAG Voices of Leicester Evaluation Consultant
Leicester City Council needs an external consultant to evaluate their 'Voices of Leicester' capital project. The work is a standalone evaluation commission.