Provision of Patent Renewal Services

UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Strathclyde, a central purchasing body located in Glasgow, is in the planning stage of a procurement process involving the provision of patent renewal services. This opportunity has been initiated as a tender with the procurement process currently tagged as 'planned'. The objective is to handle approximately 300 active patent cases, requiring around 120 renewals annually across 32 countries. The opportunity falls under the education industry, with a specific focus on services related to patent renewal. Businesses are invited to download and complete a questionnaire by 20 May 2025. A future notice regarding this tender will be released on 21 May 2025. The total contract value is estimated at £400,000 GBP, which is a substantial opportunity for service providers in this field.

The tender offers a significant business growth opportunity for companies that specialise in legal and administrative services for intellectual property management. Firms that can provide a user-friendly, cost-effective interface or portal for ongoing patent and trademark status management will find this tender particularly appealing. Additionally, businesses experienced in servicing educational institutions or those seeking to expand their service offerings in the UK, especially in handling large-scale international patent portfolios, will be well-suited to compete. The University seeks a sole supplier, indicating a preference for streamlined service provision, which could pave the way for a long-term partnership.

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Provision of Patent Renewal Services

UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

15th May 2025 00:00:00 AM
Contract Summary

The University administers around 300 active patent cases, including instructing renewals to maintain those cases in around 32 Counties. These patent cases require to be renewed in each territory on a regular basis with an estimated 120 renewals required annually. The University requires a supplier that can do this competently; has an interface/portal that is easy for the team to interact with; and is cost-effective. The portal will provide a platform for the University to gain information on the status of their current patents and trademarks and will be updated regularly by the supplier according to the status of the renewal. A sole supplier is required to provide this renewals service.
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-r6ebe6-0000797639

Publication Source

Public Contracts Scotland

Procurement Stage

Planning

Procurement Method

N/A

Procurement Method Details

N/A

Procurement Category

Services

Tender Suitability

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

79120000

CPV Division(s)

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

UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE

Buyer Name

Mrs Laura A Shaw

Buyer Email

laura.shaw@strath.ac.uk

Buyer Phone

+44 7811592949

Buyer Address

Learning & Teaching Building, 49 Richmond Street

Glasgow

G1 1XU

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Provision of Patent Renewal Services

UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE

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