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Medicine Management: An Investigation of Fentanyl Heat Expiry Following Exposure to Extreme Temperatures on Military Deployment

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

Buyer Contact Info

Buyer Name: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

Buyer Address: Whitehall, LONDON, BS348JH, England

Contact Name: Alicja Banks

Contact Email: alicja.banks116@mod.gov.uk

Status
complete
Procedure
direct
Value
19372.0 GBP
Published
08 Jul 2025, 12:58
Deadline
27 Jun 2025, 11:00
Contract Start
29 Jun 2025, 23:00
Contract End
31 Dec 2028, 23:59
Category
services
CPV
73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
Region
n/a
Awarded To
King's College London
Official Source
Open Contracts Finder

Description

This study aims to investigate the stability of Oral transmucosal fentanyl citrate (OTFC) lozenges following exposure to real-world environmental conditions in Kenya with deployed troops. A recommendation paper will disseminate findings to the DMS and medical community, potentially reducing medication wastage and prompting further research into suitable medications under revised policies. This contract is for the PhD that the student will be undertaking while conducting the above mentioned research.

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