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This contract will enable the delivery of a Defra funded research project ‘Investigating the Epidemiology and Transmission of European Bat Lyssavirus 1 in the UK’ to further our understanding of the increasing cases of bat rabies due to EBLV-1 in serotine bats in the Southwest of England. Furthering our understanding of host population genetics and host ecology using advanced molecular approaches will uniquely offer clues to understand the emergence, spread and potential maintenance of this fatal zoonotic virus in UK serotine bats.
The Authority began the award process with the supplier before the new thresholds came into effect on 1 January 2026.
| Supplier | Identifier | Award Value | Lots Won | Cross-References |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Exeter | RC000653 | £114,986 | 1 lot Lot 1 | LOBBYIST Policy Connect Limited (1 quarter) |
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This procurement was divided into 1 lots, each awarded separately.
| Lot | Value | Awarded To | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lot 1 | £114,986 initial term | University of Exeter | active |
Government spending data: This supplier has received £147,710,686 in 720 payments (over £25k) from Department for Education, DLUHC, Department for Work and Pensions, DEFRA, BEIS and 6 more public bodies (2010-09-02 to 2026-02-28). View full payment history →