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2789/LM - Knowledge Transfer Partnership services - Framework Agreement

UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD

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Award

10 May 2021 at 13:57

Award Notice
Tender

07 Jan 2021 at 09:42

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Sheffield has issued a tender titled "2789/LM - Knowledge Transfer Partnership services - Framework Agreement" under the category of research and development consultancy services. The procurement process is currently at the Award stage, having been published on 7th January 2021, with a closing date for bids on 8th February 2021 at 12 noon UK time. The contract is valued at £300,000 and is expected to commence on 1st April 2021, lasting for three years until 31st March 2024. The services are to be delivered in the Yorkshire and the Humber region of the United Kingdom, following an open procurement method.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in the higher education sector, particularly those experienced in facilitating partnerships and developing Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTPs). Businesses that can demonstrate a strong track record in research consultancy and collaboration with educational institutions would be well-placed to compete for this contract. By participating, they can potentially expand their portfolio, enhance their reputation within the sector, and establish valuable connections with the University of Sheffield.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

2789/LM - Knowledge Transfer Partnership services - Framework Agreement

Notice Description

The University of Sheffield is looking for c.3 to 4 companies and/or individuals with proven experience and expertise in the HE sector to provide the services of securing partners and writing Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTP's) for initially a three year period on a Framework Agreement. KTPs have submissions deadlines every two months and the Tenderer will decide which deadline to submit applications to, in agreement with the academic(s) and departmental support with which they are working. You will be expected to liaise with the Knowledge Exchange Manager at TUOS and the Knowledge Transfer Advisor at the KTN. You will be required to report a specific person, depending on the Faculty or Department you are working with. And to attend (monthly) review meetings. The full technical specification can be found in the ITT documentation which will be available after you have expressed your interest on In-Tend. Tender Process and Documentation: This is an Open exercise. The ITT can be downloaded by registering and expressing your interest on the University's e-tendering system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield If you have any questions or comments in relation to this tender, they must be submitted via the In-tend System. Your tender response must also be submitted through InTend to arrive by the date and time specified. Late tenders will not be considered. Closing date for receipt of bids: 8th February 2021 at 12 noon (UK time).

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-0a89cfa0-1d11-45b9-922b-54a18fce1df8
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a5b759ca-0a3f-4dc0-8d4e-ccc9bb8107c3
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 May 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
8 Feb 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Mar 20214 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2021 - 31 Mar 2024 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S10 2TN
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
Broomhill and Sharrow Vale
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MARKEL CONSULTANCY SERVICES LTD T/A MARKEL TAX

Further Information

Notice Documents

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