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(NU/1433-5) NorthEast Crystallisation Technologies (NEXtals): The Provision of Business Consultancy to Assist Commercialisation of University Research

NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY

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28 Jan 2020 at 11:32

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Summary of the contracting process

The Newcastle University is seeking business consultancy services through the tender titled "(NU/1433-5) NorthEast Crystallisation Technologies (NEXtals): The Provision of Business Consultancy to Assist Commercialisation of University Research." This procurement falls under the category of business and management consultancy services, specifically within the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. The tender period concluded on 12th December 2019, and the awarded contract, valued at £30,000, commenced on 30th January 2020 and is set to last until 30th September 2020. The procurement method used for this contract was an open procedure.

This tender presents a prime opportunity for businesses specialising in consultancy services, particularly those experienced in commercialisation strategies, business development, and marketing within scientific and engineering industries. Companies aiming to grow in the consulting sector, especially SMEs with expertise in pharmaceutical research and innovation, may find this contract aligns well with their capabilities, especially given the focus on leveraging university research for commercial gain.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

(NU/1433-5) NorthEast Crystallisation Technologies (NEXtals): The Provision of Business Consultancy to Assist Commercialisation of University Research

Notice Description

Drs Hall and Probert have developed a novel approach for the high throughput, microscale, screening of crystallisation conditions for small molecules. This allows for the rapid exploration of multidimensional experimental space, with minimal sample requirements, leading to the discovery of successful crystallisation conditions. The growth of small molecule crystals enables both the discovery of novel crystal forms (polymorphs, salts etc.) and the sub-atomic scale analysis of the molecular components (through single crystal X-ray diffraction analysis, SCXRD). A patent has been filed covering high throughput (HTP) microscale crystallisation screening methodology. Based on this they propose to set up a contract research spin-out company (NorthEast Crystallisation Technologies) to provide solid state discovery and analysis services to the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries. Initial work has been undertaken in development of the business concept. Further detailed work is required to take this opportunity forward, to assess the potential for a successful business and develop an appropriate business plan. The person appointed to lead the company formation and development will have experience in business start-ups, marketing, innovation and fund raising. They would preferably have experience in an industrial sector and engineering industries, including new product development and first market introductions. Ideally, they would also have links with potential partner companies and investors.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/87012d64-2a3e-4e6d-a217-c4fd75c750b1
Current Stage
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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
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Jan 20206 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Dec 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Jan 20206 years ago
Contract Period
30 Jan 2020 - 30 Sep 2020 6-12 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
NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Natalie Morton
Contact Email
natalie.morton@ncl.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1912086396

Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE
Postcode
NE1 7RU
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)
Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Monument
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MARSH BUSINESS TRANSFORMATION

Further Information

Notice Documents

Notice URLs

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