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DMPK and IN VITRO Biology Studies

HERIOT-WATT UNIVERSITY

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01 Aug 2022 at 00:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "DMPK and IN VITRO Biology Studies" has been initiated by Heriot-Watt University, located in Riccarton, Edinburgh. This process falls under the education industry category and is currently complete. The contract is valued at £83,016 and was signed on 1st August 2022. This project involved a limited procurement method without prior publication, as the university identified APTUIT (VERONA) SRL as a suitable supplier due to their specialisation in pulmonary fibrosis, which requires specific technologies not readily available from other contractors.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the life sciences and pharmaceutical sectors, particularly those with expertise in drug metabolism and pharmacokinetics (DMPK) and in vitro studies. Companies that can offer innovative solutions or advanced technologies relevant to pulmonary fibrosis research may find themselves well-positioned to compete for similar contracts in the future. The collaboration between academic institutions and specialised suppliers like APTUIT highlights the need for businesses that can engage in cutting-edge research and development projects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DMPK and IN VITRO Biology Studies

Notice Description

Heriot-Watt University have identified supplier Aptuit (Verona) Srl to assist in DMPK and IN VITRO Biology Studies

Lot Information

Lot 1

Under Regulation Reg 6(1)(b)(ii) of the Procurement (Scotland) Regulations 2016, a contracting authority may award a contract without competition based on the following justification: Competition is absent for technical reasons (only if it is not caused by artificial narrowing down of the parameters of the procurement and no reasonable alternative or substitute exists) Explanation: Research of the marketplace has identified supplier Aptuit (Verona) Srl as a specialist in pulmonary fibrosis, using pre-existing technologies that are not immediately available with other contract research organisations The overall scope of the project is to further develop and optimise novel compounds that promote activation of the enzyme EPAC1, which is repressed in human patients with pulmonary fibrosis. The work will inform what future chemical modifications to EPAC1 activators will be required for activity, solubility, metabolic stability, permeability and minimised potential toxicity, to mitigate risk for animal testing. The principal purpose of the contract is to acquire goods in a timely manner in connection with research undertaken by the University on behalf of funding parter - Scottish Enterprise.

Procurement Information

Research of the marketplace has identified supplier Aptuit (Verona) Srl as a specialist in pulmonary fibrosis, using pre-existing technologies that are not immediately available with other contract research organisations The overall scope of the project is to further develop and optimise novel compounds that promote activation of the enzyme EPAC1, which is repressed in human patients with pulmonary fibrosis. The work will inform what future chemical modifications to EPAC1 activators will be required for activity, solubility, metabolic stability, permeability and minimised potential toxicity, to mitigate risk for animal testing. The principal purpose of the contract is to acquire goods in a timely manner in connection with research undertaken by the University on behalf of funding parter - Scottish Enterprise.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000701921
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG455156
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£83,016 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Aug 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Aug 20223 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HERIOT-WATT UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
f.davidson@hw.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1314514441

Buyer Location

Locality
RICCARTON, EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH14 4AP
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM75 City of Edinburgh
Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Pentland Hills
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh South West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

APTUIT (VERONA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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