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GB-Liverpool: Insecticide Chemist Consultancy

LIVERPOOL SCHOOL OF TROPICAL MEDICINE

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21 Jan 2026 at 18:20

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for "GB-Liverpool: Insecticide Chemist Consultancy" is managed by the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine, a renowned institution located in Liverpool, UK. Classified under "Research and development services and related consultancy services," this contract aims to enlist a chemist to innovate insecticides for mosquito control in the North West region of the United Kingdom. As of 21st January 2026, this process is at the award stage, with the initial tender completed and the contract awarded to Andrew Plant Consulting. This was an open procurement procedure, with a total contract value of £80,000 GBP. Key dates include the tender period ending on 15th August 2025, and the contract operational period starting on 1st November 2025 and concluding on 21st October 2027.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in chemical consultancy and research and development services, particularly those classed as small or medium enterprises (SMEs). As the project is focused on the invention of new insecticides, businesses with expertise in chemistry and mosquito control would find this contract opportunity well-aligned with their capabilities, potentially increasing their visibility in this niche market. The open procurement method ensures an inclusive and competitive process, enabling SMEs to leverage their specialised skills to grow their business and build a strong portfolio in scientific consultancy services.

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Notice Title

GB-Liverpool: Insecticide Chemist Consultancy

Notice Description

IVCC is seeking a highly motivated and skilled chemist to work closely with our project portfolio and technical team. The successful candidate will contribute to the design and execution of a project aimed at the invention of new insecticides for mosquito control. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cb700f9f-75b2-4152-8ee4-483135d55b5d
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
14 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
1 Nov 2025 - 21 Oct 2027 1-2 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
LIVERPOOL SCHOOL OF TROPICAL MEDICINE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L3 5QA
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD72 Liverpool
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)

Local Authority
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
Brownlow Hill
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Riverside

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ANDREW PLANT CONSULTING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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