Term Framework for the Provision of Chemistry Synthesis and other Chemistry Services Outsourcing Framework

University of Dundee

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29 Nov 2024 at 00:00

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26 Nov 2024 at 00:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Dundee is seeking to establish a Term Framework for the Provision of Chemistry Synthesis and other Chemistry Services Outsourcing. The procurement involves a comprehensive range of chemistry services for the Biological Chemistry & Drug Discovery (BCDD) department. The framework will run for an initial period of two years, with the potential for two additional 12-month extensions, highlighting the flexibility and ongoing need for services. The procurement is in the awardUpdate and contractUpdate stages as of 29 November 2024. The total estimated value of this contract is £4,000,000 GBP. The services are specifically aimed at the industry classified under CPV 73110000, with the delivery location being Dundee, UKM71 region. Key suppliers awarded include BioAscent Discovery Ltd, Chemveda Life Sciences India Pvt. Ltd., and several other renowned firms, enhancing the collaborative potential across multiple industry leaders.

This procurement offers significant growth opportunities for businesses within the chemistry and life sciences sectors. Businesses supplying chemistry synthesis services, bespoke compound synthesis, large-scale chemistry, and chiral separations are well-suited to participate. This framework provides an efficient route to market through an open procedure and leverages electronic submission methods, making it accessible and streamlined for participation. SMEs and large-scale enterprises specialising in these services are encouraged to engage, promising a robust partnership with a leading educational institution. The oversight by the University of Dundee ensures high standards and consistent demand, propelling substantial economic and developmental benefits for participating businesses.

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Notice Title

Term Framework for the Provision of Chemistry Synthesis and other Chemistry Services Outsourcing Framework

Notice Description

Second-Generation Framework for the provision of Chemistry Synthesis and other Chemistry Services Outsourcing with initial term of two (2) years with the option to extend for up to 2 x 12 months, if required, at the sole discretion of the University and subject to ongoing satisfactory performance by the appointed Service Providers. The Services will include: 1. FTE rate for provision of chemistry support for medicinal chemistry programme(s), typically making 50mg samples of compounds for initial biological evaluation. For actives, re-synthesis on a larger scale may be required (typically 0.5g to 5g scale). The ability to carry out array chemistry is important; 2.Bespoke piece(s) of chemistry e.g. synthesis of a defined list of compounds, typically at <50mg scale; 3. Scale up of chemistry, up to 200g; 4.Chiral separation by crystallization or SFC/Chiral HPLC on (up to) gram scale. 5.Synthesis of intermediates at 5-100g; For all of these, a purity level will be defined. This will depend on the phase of the project, but typically is >95% purity and for scale up> 98% purity with no impurity >0.5%; 6. Experimental write-ups, when requested, including compound characterization by 1H NMR, 13C NMR and LCMS or UPLC/MS for publications, in-vivo release, tech-transfer to DDU or other CRO for patent purposes.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Chemistry Synthesis and other Chemistry Services Outsourcing

Renewal: Option to extend Framework for maximum 2 x further years, subject to ongoing need and satisfactory performance by the appointed service providers.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000761553
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV519314
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F20 - Modification Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large, 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
£4,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£4,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£4,000,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
26 Apr 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Jul 20242 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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
University of Dundee
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DUNDEE
Postcode
DD1 4HN
Postcode Area
Dundee
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM03 Angus and Dundee City
Delivery Location
TLM71 Angus and Dundee City

Local Authority
Dundee City
Electoral Ward
West End
Westminster Constituency
Dundee Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
11
Supplier Names

"ENAMINE" SIA

3xper Innoventure Limited

BioAscent Discovery Ltd

Cambridge Bioscience

ChemPartner Europe ApS

Chemveda Life Sciences India Pvt. Ltd.

Jubilant Biosys Limited

SYNGENE INTERNATIONAL LIMITED

Sai Life Sciences

TCG Lifesciences

WuXi Apptec

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR501561&idx=5
    22nd March 2024 - Annex D - UoD Terms & Conditions for the Supply of Services
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR501561
    Term Framework for the Provision of Chemistry Synthesis and other Chemistry Services Outsourcing Framework - Second-Generation Framework for the provision of Chemistry Synthesis and other Chemistry Services Outsourcing with initial term of two (2) years with the option to extend for up to 2 x 12 months, if required, at the sole discretion of the University and subject to ongoing satisfactory performance by the appointed Service Providers. The Services will include: 1. FTE rate for provision of chemistry support for medicinal chemistry programme(s), typically making 50mg samples of compounds for initial biological evaluation. For actives, re-synthesis on a larger scale may be required (typically 0.5g to 5g scale). The ability to carry out array chemistry is important; 2.Bespoke piece(s) of chemistry e.g. synthesis of a defined list of compounds, typically at <50mg scale; 3. Scale up of chemistry, up to 200g; 4.Chiral separation by crystallization or SFC/Chiral HPLC on (up to) gram scale. 5.Synthesis of intermediates at 5-100g; For all of these, a purity level will be defined. This will depend on the phase of the project, but typically is >95% purity and for scale up> 98% purity with no impurity >0.5%; 6. Experimental write-ups, when requested, including compound characterization by 1H NMR, 13C NMR and LCMS or UPLC/MS for publications, in-vivo release, tech-transfer to DDU or other CRO for patent purposes.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV519091
    Term Framework for the Provision of Chemistry Synthesis and other Chemistry Services Outsourcing Framework - Second-Generation Framework for the provision of Chemistry Synthesis and other Chemistry Services Outsourcing with initial term of two (2) years with the option to extend for up to 2 x 12 months, if required, at the sole discretion of the University and subject to ongoing satisfactory performance by the appointed Service Providers. The Services will include: 1. FTE rate for provision of chemistry support for medicinal chemistry programme(s), typically making 50mg samples of compounds for initial biological evaluation. For actives, re-synthesis on a larger scale may be required (typically 0.5g to 5g scale). The ability to carry out array chemistry is important; 2.Bespoke piece(s) of chemistry e.g. synthesis of a defined list of compounds, typically at <50mg scale; 3. Scale up of chemistry, up to 200g; 4.Chiral separation by crystallization or SFC/Chiral HPLC on (up to) gram scale. 5.Synthesis of intermediates at 5-100g; For all of these, a purity level will be defined. This will depend on the phase of the project, but typically is >95% purity and for scale up> 98% purity with no impurity >0.5%; 6. Experimental write-ups, when requested, including compound characterization by 1H NMR, 13C NMR and LCMS or UPLC/MS for publications, in-vivo release, tech-transfer to DDU or other CRO for patent purposes.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV519314
    Term Framework for the Provision of Chemistry Synthesis and other Chemistry Services Outsourcing Framework

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