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Qualified Person SME support to UK Regulatory Science & Innovation Networks: Implementation Phase - Regulatory Standards for Automated Product Manufacture, Review and Release - AWARD

CPI (CENTRE FOR PROCESS INNOVATION)

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30 Jan 2026 at 16:34

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21 Jan 2025 at 12:44

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, overseen by CPI (Centre for Process Innovation), pertains to a service contract titled "Qualified Person SME support to UK Regulatory Science & Innovation Networks: Implementation Phase - Regulatory Standards for Automated Product Manufacture, Review and Release." This tender falls under the industry category of research consultancy services and includes additional services such as research and experimental development. The primary location for delivery spans a broad range of areas, including the United Kingdom, the Channel Islands, among others, indicating a wide geographical scope. The process follows an open procurement method, and the tender stage is marked as complete, with the contract period spanning from 22 January 2025 to 21 January 2026. The buyer is based in Redcar, United Kingdom, and the award details were last updated on 30 January 2026.

This tender represents significant growth opportunities for SMEs and VCSEs, particularly those with expertise in regulatory standards, product manufacture, and consultancy services. With a contract value of £120,000, it is a substantial engagement that offers businesses the chance to contribute to the development and implementation of regulatory frameworks in the UK. Firms specialising in research and innovation within the pharmaceutical or manufacturing sectors would be well-suited to compete for such opportunities, given the specified need for specialist support within regulatory science networks. The inclusive nature of the procurement method further encourages participation from various sized enterprises across multiple regions.

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Notice Title

Qualified Person SME support to UK Regulatory Science & Innovation Networks: Implementation Phase - Regulatory Standards for Automated Product Manufacture, Review and Release - AWARD

Notice Description

You are invited to submit a tender for the following requirements; Qualified Person SME support to UK Regulatory Science & Innovation Networks: Implementation Phase - Regulatory Standards for Automated Product Manufacture, Review and Release.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/565ca80b-23ef-48c7-bad9-b9abe47fab56
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

73120000 - Experimental development services

73210000 - Research consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
4 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Jan 20251 years ago
Contract Period
22 Jan 2025 - 21 Jan 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CPI (CENTRE FOR PROCESS INNOVATION)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
REDCAR
Postcode
TS10 4RF
Post Town
Cleveland
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC3 Tees Valley
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC32 South Teesside
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Redcar and Cleveland
Electoral Ward
Dormanstown
Westminster Constituency
Redcar

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

QMSPHARMA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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