Tender

GB-Liverpool: Insecticide Chemist Consultancy

LIVERPOOL SCHOOL OF TROPICAL MEDICINE

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25 Jul 2025 at 14:10

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine is inviting tenders for the "GB-Liverpool: Insecticide Chemist Consultancy" to support the creation of new mosquito control insecticides. Although the main site listed is Liverpool due to the contracting authority's location, the role is fully remote, welcoming applications worldwide. The procurement process is currently in the tender amendment stage, with key closing dates including the tender period ending on 15 August 2025. The contract, valued up to £100,000, is classified under research and development services and related consultancy services, and follows an open procurement procedure, allowing eligible suppliers to apply via an open process.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses in the research and development sector, particularly those specialising in chemical consultancy services. It is well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can bring innovative solutions and expertise in insecticide development. Engaging in this process could enhance market reach and foster partnerships with a prestigious institution like the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine, thereby providing visibility and credibility to companies in this niche market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-Liverpool: Insecticide Chemist Consultancy

Notice Description

NOTE: This notice was updated on 31 July 2025 for the following reason: Adding a note to say: Please note - Although "Liverpool" is listed as the main site due to the contracting authority's location (Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine, NUTS code UKD72), this consultancy is fully remote. There is no requirement to be based in or travel to Liverpool. Applications are welcomed from suitably qualified candidates globally.(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.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2ae8217b-4159-4be1-ac42-4c34650f3263
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender 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

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Jul 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
15 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
29 Sep 2025 - 29 Sep 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LIVERPOOL SCHOOL OF TROPICAL MEDICINE
Contact Name
Liz Wilson
Contact Email
purchasing@lstmed.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+441517053152

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

Further Information

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