Tender

Framework Agreement - Business Bridge Experts Panel

KEELE UNIVERSITY

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12 Apr 2021 at 13:49

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The current procurement process is being conducted by Keele University for a Framework Agreement titled "Business Bridge Experts Panel". This initiative aims to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the Medical Technologies (MedTech) and Healthcare sectors, primarily in Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire. The open tender, classified under business and management consultancy services, has an estimated budget of £120,000 and is currently in the Tender stage. Bids must be submitted by 4th May 2021, with the contract period set to commence on 1st June 2021 and run until 30th June 2023.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in various aspects of the MedTech and Healthcare markets. Companies that offer expertise in NHS supplier guidance, regulatory compliance, product design and manufacturing, market insights, digital services, or information technology would be particularly well-suited to participate in this tender. By securing a place within the framework, selected businesses will gain access to a pool of potential projects while contributing to the success of the Business Bridge initiative, which is supported by the European Regional Development Fund.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Framework Agreement - Business Bridge Experts Panel

Notice Description

Tenders are invited from interested parties for inclusion in a Framework Agreement for the Business Bridge Experts Panel. This project will support businesses interested in the Medical Technologies (MedTech) and Healthcare market by providing them with access to market-specific expertise. Business Bridge will support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire. The Framework Agreement is divided into six lots covering specific areas of expertise detailed below: Lot 1: Provision of advice on how to become an NHS supplier. Lot 2: Provision of advice on regulatory frameworks for the MedTech / Healthcare market. Lot 3: Design and manufacture of MedTech / Healthcare products. Lot 4: Market-specific business insight. Lot 5: Digital & Videography Services. Lot 6: Digital & Information Services. Each lot will be evaluated on a lot by lot basis. The University envisage appointing up to four Service Providers in each lot although the University reserves the right to vary this number. Tenderers can bid for one or more lots. Further information on each of the lots is given in the Tender Specification in Section 2 of the invitation to tender (ITT). Whilst the Framework Agreement has an estimated budget of PS120,000.00 no guarantee is given as to the levels of expenditure under the framework and within each lot. The current Business Bridge project has proved to be very successful and Keele University has applied for funding to continue Business Bridge, up until 30th June 2023. Funding: The Business Bridge Programme (Ref:32R18P02530) is part funded through the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) as part of the England 2014-2020 European Structural and Investment Funds (ESIF) Growth Programme and the UK Government Midlands Engine programme. Additional information: The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofkeele/aspx/Home Tenders must be submitted electronically via: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofkeele/aspx/Home Tenderers remain responsible for all costs and expenses incurred by them or by any third party acting under instructions from the Tenderer in connection with taking part in this procurement, regardless of whether such costs arise as a direct or indirect consequence of any amendments made to the procurement documents by the University at any time. Under no circumstances will the University or any of its respective advisors be liable for any costs or expenses (including, but not limited to: loss of profits, depletion of goodwill, loss of anticipated savings or any special, indirect, consequential or pure economic loss, costs, damages, charges and expenses ("Losses")) incurred by Tenderers, funders and/or its respective advisors arising directly or indirectly from this procurement or termination thereof, or any changes or adjustments including, without limitation any changes or adjustments made to the procurement documentation, or the exclusion/disqualification of a Tenderer. For the avoidance of doubt, where a Tenderer withdraws, is disqualified or is excluded from the procurement process, under no circumstances will the University or its advisors be liable for any Losses howsoever incurred by such Tenderers. Funding Type (WEFO or EU) : EU Funding Description The Business Bridge Programme (Ref:32R18P02530) is part funded through the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) as part of the England 2014-2020 European Structural and Investment Funds (ESIF) Growth Programme and the UK Government Midlands Engine programme. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d9c1be83-cfc9-4408-9aa0-2ba0070ad5a6
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5ec1a76e-b2c7-4e09-8a21-1bd616548691
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
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79410000 - Business and management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Apr 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 May 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jun 2021 - 30 Jun 2023 2-3 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
KEELE UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WEST MIDLANDS
Postcode
ST5 5BG
Post Town
Stoke-on-Trent
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG24 Staffordshire CC
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Newcastle-under-Lyme
Electoral Ward
Keele
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle-under-Lyme

Further Information

Notice Documents

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