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ITT for External Bid Writers Framework (for Lancaster University in collaboration with TWI Ltd.)

LANCASTER UNIVERSITY

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

15 Oct 2019 at 10:23

Tender

22 Jul 2019 at 15:46

Summary of the contracting process

Lancaster University is conducting a tender for the "ITT for External Bid Writers Framework" in collaboration with The Welding Institute Limited (TWI Ltd.). This process falls under the services category, specifically focused on writing agency services. The tender period ended on 19th August 2019, and the contract will commence on 1st October 2019, running until 30th September 2025. The anticipated budget for this framework is approximately £3.2 million over its duration, although the distribution of funds may vary yearly based on the opportunities available. The procurement method utilised is an open procedure, catering to a wide range of potential suppliers.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in bid writing services, particularly those with a proven track record in successfully securing contracts. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to apply, as the framework is designed to accommodate their capabilities. The collaboration with Lancaster University and TWI Ltd. could also provide niche firms in technology and engineering a pathway to engage in innovative projects related to Digital and Additive Manufacturing.

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Notice Title

ITT for External Bid Writers Framework (for Lancaster University in collaboration with TWI Ltd.)

Notice Description

The Welding Institute Limited (TWI Ltd.) is a membership-based Research and Technology Organisation (RTO) with a UK and global presence. They exist to provide authoritative and impartial expert advice, knowhow, and safety assurance through engineering, materials, and joining technologies - helping to design, create and operate the best products possible. In partnership with Lancaster University, two innovation centres have been created, focussing on Digital Manufacturing and Additive Manufacturing technologies. These are the Joining 4.0 Innovation Centre (J4IC) and the Additive Manufacturing Innovation Centre (AMIC). The J4IC is a sustainable industrially focused centre of excellence for joining based technologies and systems underpinned with the philosophy of Industry 4.0. More information about J4IC can be found here: http://www.twi-innovation-network.com/innovation-centres/joining-40-innovation-centre/ The AMIC will deliver access to TWI Ltd's range of AD systems and support capabilities, including: Laser Metal Deposition (Laser DED), Laser Power Bed Fusion (L-PBF), and Electron Beam, and Arc-based (EBAM) wire deposition systems. The Purchaser is inviting tenders on the terms set out in this ITT for the appointment of specialist bid writers to work with both the J4IC and the AMIC in collaboration with TWI Ltd. The University intends to establish a Framework of bid writers who can be called upon to deliver specific packages of work and as such returns are invited from providers who can demonstrate an excellent track record in writing similar successful bids. The anticipated budget for this work over the life of the framework is approximately PS3.2 million, i.e. over six years, assuming all extensions are utilised. Due to the nature of the work, this sum is unlikely to be evenly distributed across the six years, and some years may see a much higher or lower spend than others. Spend is not guaranteed, and may go up or down dependent on the opportunities that arise over the term of the contract. To apply, please register on our e-tendering site at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/aspx/Home

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-31919450-ea06-4627-8c77-1eea55b34a20
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1440524c-112d-4d92-9691-64f66e8603e2
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

92312211 - Writing agency services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,200,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Oct 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Aug 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Oct 20196 years ago
Contract Period
3 Oct 2019 - 30 Sep 2025 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LANCASTER UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LANCASTER
Postcode
LA1 4YW
Post Town
Lancaster
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD44 Lancaster and Wyre
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Lancaster
Electoral Ward
University
Westminster Constituency
Lancaster and Wyre

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
3
Supplier Names

CASTALIA INNOVATION

INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY AND SCIENCE

INNVOTEK

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