Tender

Patent & Trademark related services

THE UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM

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26 Oct 2017 at 10:20

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Nottingham is inviting proposals for a framework agreement related to Patent and Trademark services under the tender reference PROC JG ITT/862. This tender, categorised under patent and copyright consultancy services, is located in Nottingham, with submissions required by 09:00 on 23 November 2017. The awarded contract, set to commence on 15 December 2017, will span three years, concluding on 14 December 2020, with potential extensions available. The procurement is open and conducted via a single-stage process, which means there will be no follow-up price negotiations after the initial submission.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses operating within intellectual property management, legal consultancy, and related engineering and science sectors, particularly those specialising in pharmacy, mechanical engineering, or biochemistry. Interested suppliers must fulfill stringent criteria to be included in the framework agreement, given that up to three service providers will be selected for potential long-term engagements with the university. Engaging in this tender could lead to strategic partnerships with a leading academic institution, enhancing business growth prospects through ongoing provision of essential patent and trademark-related services.

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Notice Title

Patent & Trademark related services

Notice Description

Framework agreement for Patent and Trademark Related Services covering all of the following: o Drafting, filing and prosecution of patent applications on the University's behalf. o Provision of timely reminders of patent deadlines o Arrangements for renewals o Instruction of overseas attorneys o Intellectual property monitoring and searching o Spin-outs o Trade mark applications o Licensing Matters Which must be undertaken in house by the chosen providers, and must cover the following subjects/disciplines: o Pharmacy o Chemistry o Biochemistry o Biomedical sciences o Tissue engineering and stem cells o Nanotechnology o Electrical engineering o Mechanical engineering o Engineering o Built Environment o Veterinary medicine o Computer science & IT Additional information: Invitation to tender: For the provision of Patent and Trademark Related services Reference: PROC JG ITT/862 Contract Duration: 15 December 2017 - 14 December 2020 plus options to extend for 2 x further 12 month periods Return date & time: 23 November 2017 09:00 The University of Nottingham wishes to create a framework agreement for the provision of Patent and Trademark Related Services covering all of the following: o Drafting, filing and prosecution of patent applications on the University's behalf. o Provision of timely reminders of patent deadlines o Arrangements for renewals o Instruction of overseas attorneys o Intellectual property monitoring and searching o Spin-outs o Trade mark applications o Licensing Matters Which must be undertaken in house by the chosen providers, and must cover the following subjects/disciplines: o Pharmacy o Chemistry o Biochemistry o Biomedical sciences o Tissue engineering and stem cells o Nanotechnology o Electrical engineering o Mechanical engineering o Engineering o Built Environment o Veterinary medicine o Computer science & IT Suppliers must meet the criteria above deemed as Critical and further criteria within the tender document, in order to be considered for inclusion within the Framework. The University will determine the number of Service Providers to be appointed to provide patent and trade mark-related services up to a maximum of 3 providers Please be advised that this is a single stage tender and there will be no further requests, nor opportunity, for tenderers to offer Best and Final prices after initial tender response. You are required to return your submission using the University of Nottingham's e-Tendering web site: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnottingham/ Bids must be submitted no later than: 09:00 23 November 2017 To return using the web site you need to: LOG IN click on MY TENDERS then VIEW DOCUMENTS Follow the instructions on this page All correspondence relating to this project should be made through the e-Tendering web site. Click on CREATE CORRESPONDENCE once you have logged on to the Web site and follow the instructions. Should you encounter any problems with using the Web site, contact the In-Tend Help Desk on 0844 272 8810 Contact at the University of Nottingham for this tender is: Julie Greenfield Category Manager - Professional Services Procurement The University of Nottingham King's Meadow Campus, Lenton Lane, Nottingham NG7 2NR t: +44 (0) 115 84 66587 m: +44 (0) 7964 974247 w: www.nottingham.ac.uk/fabs/procurement Delivery Notes The University of Nottingham has a IP Commercialisation Office as part of the Business Engagement and Innovation Services department which is responsible for advising on, developing and implementing the University's policies and approach to IP management, technology transfer and commercialisation. In addition to its own legal and technology transfer expertise, there are extensive links with external experts and networks. The key objectives of the University are to: - ensure the appropriate evaluation and protection of intellectual property generated within the University research groups - develop an income generating portfolio of spin out and licensing activities - use the management of IP to leverage additional research awards The group deals with approximately 100 to 150 disclosures each year and files approximately 50 patent applications a year. The total patent portfolio consists of approximately 200 patent families many of which are licensed. The University expects a close working relationship to develop between the relevant University staff and the core teams. Appointments made under this Tender process would be non-exclusive framework agreements. Although it is the University intention that substantive work in the agreed areas will be undertaken by the firm(s) selected, the University reserves the right, in exceptional circumstances, to instruct other firms in relation to matters falling in the same area if they so wish. Primary to the University's considerations will be the Service Provider's ability to deliver services cost effectively and within realistically achievable timeframes. Capacity to meet urgent turnaround requirements and Continuity of service delivery during staff absence or any transitional phase resulting from a change in personnel should be demonstrable. Face to face meetings and discussions between the University's Inventors and the Service Providers is integral to the provision of the Services and Service Providers must be prepared to visit the University on request, at their own expense, as part of the process for each patent/trademark application. The University welcomes Added Value with respect to the provision of core Services which form the subject of this Tender. Funding Type (WEFO or EU) : EU Funding Description This is a framework agreement and some contract expenditure may come from EU funds. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : Yes

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-8fe4aaa5-e543-4c5c-bd9e-14e6a97d77d3
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4ada6950-37f5-4774-9d9d-69a8f83498ed
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79120000 - Patent and copyright consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Nov 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
23 Nov 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
15 Dec 2017 - 14 Dec 2020 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM
Contact Name
Julie Greenfield
Contact Email
julie.greenfield@nottingham.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+441158466587

Buyer Location

Locality
NOTTINGHAMSHIRE
Postcode
NG7 2RN
Post Town
Nottingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF14 Nottingham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Nottingham
Electoral Ward
Radford
Westminster Constituency
Nottingham South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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