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Professional expertise to assist in research for the Advanced Cermics Project

THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM

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19 Sep 2024 at 08:40

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Birmingham has awarded a contract for professional expertise to assist in research for the Advanced Ceramics Project. This procurement falls under the project management consultancy services category and took place in Birmingham, England, with a specific delivery address at B15 2TT. The procurement method utilised was a single contract from a specific structured arrangement (SSA), indicating a targeted procurement approach. The tendering period concluded on 9th March 2024, with the contract period running from 10th March 2024 to 22nd May 2024. The total value of the contract amounts to £61,444. The project is currently in the award stage, with the award being granted on 22nd May 2024 and published on 19th September 2024. The winning contractor is SQW Limited, a small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) based in Stockport, England.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for SMEs specialising in project management consultancy within the research and development sector. Companies that can provide high-quality professional expertise will find this type of procurement beneficial for business growth. The short contract period implies a need for efficient, high-impact service delivery, making it ideal for agile and specialised firms. Engaging in such projects can enhance the company's portfolio and provide a stepping stone for future procurement opportunities in similar fields. Additionally, this tender underscores the importance of targeted procurement processes, where specific expertise is crucial for the project's success.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Professional expertise to assist in research for the Advanced Cermics Project

Notice Description

Professional expertise to assist in research for the Advanced Cermics Project

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3db2220b-1204-4466-a69c-a7a9c737e6df
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2a8e369e-87cf-4209-a2c1-b94a59b12adb
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other - Single contract from SSA
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

72224000 - Project management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£61,444 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£61,444 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Sep 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Mar 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 May 20241 years ago
Contract Period
10 Mar 2024 - 22 May 2024 1-6 months
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
THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B15 2TT
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Edgbaston
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Edgbaston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SQW

Further Information

Notice Documents

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