--- title: "Software Solution for Electronic Quality Management System (eQMS)" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-08ec39a2-f613-487f-a47f-6c99fdadb7fe" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-08ec39a2-f613-487f-a47f-6c99fdadb7fe" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-08ec39a2-f613-487f-a47f-6c99fdadb7fe.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-08ec39a2-f613-487f-a47f-6c99fdadb7fe.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "VACCINES MANUFACTURING AND INNOVATION CENTRE (UK) LIMITED" published: "2020-08-17" --- # Software Solution for Electronic Quality Management System (eQMS) Buyer: VACCINES MANUFACTURING AND INNOVATION CENTRE (UK) LIMITED Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-08ec39a2-f613-487f-a47f-6c99fdadb7fe [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-08ec39a2-f613-487f-a47f-6c99fdadb7fe) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-08ec39a2-f613-487f-a47f-6c99fdadb7fe.json) ## Summary The Vaccine Manufacturing and Innovation Centre (VMIC) is currently seeking a software solution for an Electronic Quality Management System (eQMS) to enhance its Quality Assurance function. The procurement process is in the Tender stage, with the tender period closing on 1st September 2020. This opportunity falls within the services sector, specifically in the software and information systems industry category, and is targeted at suppliers located in the South East region of the United Kingdom. The contract is set to last for a term of three years, with the possibility of extending for an additional two years in two separate 12-month periods. This tender presents an excellent opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and businesses with expertise in software development, particularly those specialised in regulatory compliance systems for the pharmaceutical sector. Companies that excel in providing IT solutions that meet healthcare compliance requirements would find this contract well-suited to their capabilities. Engaging with VMIC not only aims for the successful delivery of the eQMS but also contributes to the advancement of the UK vaccine industry, potentially opening doors to further business collaborations within this vital sector. ## Notice The Vaccine Manufacturing and Innovation Centre (VMIC) is being established to promote, develop and accelerate the growth of the UK vaccine industry. This will be achieved through collaboration with the academic sector and SMEs, which are rich in new vaccine technologies, where VMIC provides expertise in process development and manufacturing in the form of expert staff and a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility. VMIC will bridge the gap between research and expertise in development and manufacturing so that new vaccine products can enter clinical development, which is a value driver in terms of attracting funding for further development, partnering with the pharmaceutical industry for development to launch and contract manufacturing. VMIC will also enhance UK preparedness and response capabilities for producing vaccines against emerging infectious diseases by allowing the UK government to use the facility and staff during an outbreak identified as a public health emergency of international concern. VMIC is a partner in the programme to manufacture the Oxford COVID-19 vaccine. VMIC UK is seeking an eQMS IT system, for its Quality Assurance function, which meets the requirements as set out in the tender documents. This system is within scope for regulatory compliance as it forms part of the VMIC GMP manufacturing capability. As part of the supply of this system, suppliers will be expected to support VMIC's validation of the system. The delivery of the system must also include other elements as set out in the tender documents. The contract term required is 3 years with an option to extend for a further 2 x 12 month periods. VMIC considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement. To participate in this procurement candidates must send an expression of interest to Tenders@vmicuk.com . Procurement documents are available at https://www.vmicuk.com/tenders . All correspondence and expressions of interest relating to this procurement must be made through this address. VMIC expressly reserves the right: (i) not to award any or the whole contract as a result of the procurement process related to the publication of this notice; and (ii) to make whatever changes it may see fit to the content and structure of the procurement; (iii) to procure some or all of their needs and requirements covered by this notice outside of this procurement exercise and resulting agreement. In no circumstances will VMIC be liable for any costs or losses incurred by the candidates. Any expenditure, work or effort undertaken prior to contract award is accordingly a matter solely for the commercial judgement of the candidate. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bb7cb727-6eea-4a04-bb39-534dedc07bb4 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Other - Accelerated Restricted Procedure | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 17 Aug 2020 | | Submission deadline | 1 Sep 2020 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 22 Oct 2020 - 31 Oct 2025 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | VACCINES MANUFACTURING AND INNOVATION CENTRE (UK) LIMITED | | Locality | OXFORD | | Post town | Oxford | | Postcode | OX4 4GP | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire | | ITL 3 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC | | Local authority | Oxford | | Electoral ward | Littlemore | | Westminster constituency | Oxford East | | Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 48 - Software package and information systems - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ### Codes - 48000000 - Software package and information systems - 72500000 - Computer-related services ## Release History - 17 Aug 2020 at 14:57 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bb7cb727-6eea-4a04-bb39-534dedc07bb4 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bb7cb727-6eea-4a04-bb39-534dedc07bb4 17th August 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.vmicuk.com/tenders ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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