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title: "Framework for QC Outsource Testing"
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buyer: "CENTRE FOR PROCESS INNOVATION LIMITED"
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# Framework for QC Outsource Testing

Buyer: CENTRE FOR PROCESS INNOVATION LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-191059eb-9736-445c-9377-38d5ec8aaec5

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## Summary

The Centre for Process Innovation Limited (CPI) has completed the Framework for QC Outsource Testing procurement process. This process, classified under analysis services (CPV code 71620000), was initiated to establish a multi-supplier framework to support quality control testing, initially located at the National Biologics Manufacturing Centre in Redcar, North East England. The procurement method used was an accelerated open procedure, driven by the urgent need for GMP analytical testing services amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. The tender was published on 3rd July 2020, with submissions due by 22nd July 2020, and the awarded contract commenced on 3rd February 2022, extending until 2nd February 2026, with a total contract value of £500,000.

This procurement opportunity could foster significant growth for businesses, particularly those specialising in analytical testing services, routine monitoring, and GMP compliance. Both small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the project has been structured to be accessible to them. Companies involved in the biotech or pharmaceutical sectors that can provide innovative testing solutions—specifically for nucleic acid therapeutics—will find this tender particularly relevant, helping them to expand their market reach and capabilities in response to urgent public health needs.

## Notice

CPI has a requirement, which will to be to establish a Multi Supplier Framework agreement for the QC outsource testing initially at our National Biologics Manufacturing Centre, but services may be extended across other CPI Centre's as and when required throughout the period of the Framework. The Tender is split into two Lots. Lot 1 - Routine Testing/Monitoring of Samples. Lot 2 - GMP Analytical Testing Services

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1609fa6e-fded-4533-9b42-e493c0df3a0b |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Accelerated Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Feb 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Jul 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Feb 2022 |
| Contract period | 3 Feb 2022 - 2 Feb 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £500,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £500,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CENTRE FOR PROCESS INNOVATION LIMITED |
| Locality | REDCAR |
| Post town | Cleveland |
| Postcode | TS10 4RF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC3 Tees Valley |
| ITL 3 | TLC32 South Teesside |
| Local authority | Redcar and Cleveland |
| Electoral ward | Dormanstown |
| Westminster constituency | Redcar |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 4 |
| Supplier names | BUTTERWORTH LABORATORIES; COVANCE LABORATORIES; READING SCIENTIFIC SERVICES; SARTORIUS STEDIM BIOOUTSOURCE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71620000 - Analysis services

## Release History

- 28 Feb 2022 at 09:31 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1609fa6e-fded-4533-9b42-e493c0df3a0b
- 21 Jul 2020 at 12:03 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2258bf31-4137-401f-bb09-f9b2c9004ad6
- 3 Jul 2020 at 11:20 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2258bf31-4137-401f-bb09-f9b2c9004ad6

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1609fa6e-fded-4533-9b42-e493c0df3a0b
  28th February 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2258bf31-4137-401f-bb09-f9b2c9004ad6
  21st July 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e7cc6b01-408d-416b-8af9-4b51b582c7dc
  Tender Pack
- https://ne1procurementservices.com/
  Tender pack

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