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Success fee for the Grant Writing Service for SMMIP Bio-Based Solvents project

CENTRE FOR PROCESS INNOVATION LIMITED

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27 Mar 2026 at 08:47

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Success fee for the Grant Writing Service for SMMIP Bio-Based Solvents project" has been completed by the Centre for Process Innovation Limited, located in Redcar, United Kingdom. This tender falls under the industry category of research and development consultancy services. The contract was awarded to Ayming UK Limited and signed on 25th March 2026, with its period lasting from 26th March 2026 to 25th March 2027. The procurement was conducted using a direct method, labelled as "below threshold - without competition," indicating a more streamlined process.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in research and development consultancy services, particularly those with expertise in grant writing services. Large consultancies that excel in securing project funding or have established relationships within industry consortia would be well-suited to compete for similar opportunities. The project's focus on bio-based solvents highlights the growing demand for innovative and environmentally conscious solutions, providing a fertile ground for businesses committed to sustainability and innovation to expand their clientele and influence in the sector.

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Notice Title

Success fee for the Grant Writing Service for SMMIP Bio-Based Solvents project

Notice Description

CPI requires Ayming UK Limited to provide grant writing services for the SMMIP Bio-Based Solvents project. Ayming was originally selected by GSK, the consortium lead at the time, as the bid consultant prior to CPI joining the consortium. As part of CPI's agreement to join, it accepted the appointment of Ayming as the project's consultant.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0675e3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028256-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£35,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
26 Mar 2026 - 25 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CENTRE FOR PROCESS INNOVATION LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
REDCAR
Postcode
TS10 4RF
Post Town
Cleveland
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC3 Tees Valley
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC32 South Teesside
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Redcar and Cleveland
Electoral Ward
Dormanstown
Westminster Constituency
Redcar

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AYMING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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