Tender

Large Grants Due Diligence Framework

SCOTTISH ENTERPRISE

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Tender

11 Jul 2022 at 07:51

Summary of the contracting process

Scottish Enterprise is currently conducting a tender process for the "Large Grants Due Diligence Framework", which falls under the services category specifically related to research and development services. The procurement is based in Glasgow, Scotland, and is in the active tender stage. Suppliers are invited to respond electronically by 12:00 noon on 12th August 2022, with the framework commencing from 12th September 2022. The total contract value is anticipated to be £1,000,000, and multiple awards will be made across five separate lots, each aimed at providing due diligence assessment services relevant to grant funding applications.

This tender presents valuable opportunities for businesses specialising in due diligence assessments, particularly those with expertise in technical, financial, and intellectual property evaluations. Companies positioned to compete should consider their capabilities in delivering high-quality services fostered by innovation and professionalism. With the chance to participate in a framework that will service grant applications across various sectors within Scotland, this is an excellent opportunity for firms looking to expand their reach in the public sector while contributing to economic growth in the region.

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Notice Title

Large Grants Due Diligence Framework

Notice Description

Scottish Enterprise is seeking to appoint multiple suppliers to a 5-lot framework (single supplier per lot) to deliver due diligence assessment services (covering technical, financial and IP evaluation) in support of applications to Scottish Enterprise for grant funding from businesses based (or looking to set up) in Scotland. It is envisaged that this framework will commence on the 12th September 2022.

Lot Information

Technical Due Diligence - maximum GBP100,000 grant sought e.g., SMART: SCOTLAND (all sectors)

Scottish Enterprise is seeking to appoint multiple suppliers to a 5-lot framework (single supplier per lot) to deliver due diligence assessment services (covering technical, financial and IP evaluation) in support of applications to Scottish Enterprise for grant funding from businesses based (or looking to set up) in Scotland. It is envisaged that this framework will commence on the 12th September 2022.

Renewal: Scottish Enterprise reserves the right to extend the contract for a further period of 12-months.

Technical Due Diligence - over GBP100,000 grant sought e.g., R&D grant funding (all sectors)

Scottish Enterprise is seeking to appoint multiple suppliers to a 5-lot framework (single supplier per lot) to deliver due diligence assessment services (covering technical, financial and IP evaluation) in support of applications to Scottish Enterprise for grant funding from businesses based (or looking to set up) in Scotland. It is envisaged that this framework will commence on the 12th September 2022.

Renewal: Scottish Enterprise reserves the right to extend the contract for a further period of 12-months.

Financial Due Diligence - maximum GBP100,000 grant sought e.g., SMART: SCOTLAND

Scottish Enterprise is seeking to appoint multiple suppliers to a 5-lot framework (single supplier per lot) to deliver due diligence assessment services (covering technical, financial and IP evaluation) in support of applications to Scottish Enterprise for grant funding from businesses based (or looking to set up) in Scotland. It is envisaged that this framework will commence on the 12th September 2022.

Renewal: Scottish Enterprise reserves the right to extend the contract for a further period of 12-months.

Financial Due Diligence - over GBP100,000 grant sought e.g., R&D grant funding

Scottish Enterprise is seeking to appoint multiple suppliers to a 5-lot framework (single supplier per lot) to deliver due diligence assessment services (covering technical, financial and IP evaluation) in support of applications to Scottish Enterprise for grant funding from businesses based (or looking to set up) in Scotland. It is envisaged that this framework will commence on the 12th September 2022.

Renewal: Scottish Enterprise reserves the right to extend the contract for a further period of 12-months.

IP Due Diligence - maximum GBP100,000 grant sought e.g., SMART: SCOTLAND (all sectors)

Scottish Enterprise is seeking to appoint multiple suppliers to a 5-lot framework (single supplier per lot) to deliver due diligence assessment services (covering technical, financial and IP evaluation) in support of applications to Scottish Enterprise for grant funding from businesses based (or looking to set up) in Scotland. It is envisaged that this framework will commence on the 12th September 2022.

Renewal: Scottish Enterprise reserves the right to extend the contract for a further period of 12-months.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-035046
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018845-2022
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
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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

73110000 - Research services

73210000 - Research consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Jul 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Aug 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH ENTERPRISE
Contact Name
Natalie Dalgoutte
Contact Email
natalie.dalgoutte@scotent.co.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1414686024

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G2 6HQ
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

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