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title: "Research Life Cycle Scoping, Options appraisals and plans for investments"
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# Research Life Cycle Scoping, Options appraisals and plans for investments

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-72f7532f-5187-4406-abc6-5c0744574e87

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## Summary

The University of Manchester is seeking to contract external expertise for the "Research Life Cycle Scoping, Options Appraisals and Plans for Investments" project. This tender is classified under the industry category of Business Analysis Consultancy Services and is located in Manchester, United Kingdom. The open procurement process, which allows submissions from any interested parties, is currently in the Tender stage, with a deadline for proposals set for 9th October 2017. The contract is expected to commence on 1st December 2017 and conclude by 18th June 2018.

This opportunity presents significant potential for growth for consultancy firms specialising in business analysis, project management, and IT services. Companies with a strong background in developing comprehensive business cases and project plans would be particularly well-suited to compete. Engaging in this tender could enable businesses to collaborate with a prominent educational institution, enhancing their portfolio and generating further project opportunities in the higher education sector.

## Notice

The University of Manchester wishes to contract for the use of appropriate skills and experience of an external organization to assist in the definition and scope of a Research Life Cycle Management Project. The principal deliverables are: * a thorough appraisal of potential options for, and opportunities that might be realised from, a full Research Life Cycle Project; * a full Business Case for the Research Life Cycle Project, including statement of opportunity, scope, intended approach, capital and revenue estimates, financial and non-financial benefits, resource requirements and delivery plan Additional information: To express an interest in this project please visit the website below where you will need to register to obtain tender documentation. https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofmanchester/aspx/Home Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/190c310f-9d81-44b4-bac1-6e160e72ba11 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Sep 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Oct 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2017 - 18 Jun 2018 |
| 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 | THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M13 9PL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Hulme |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Rusholme |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72221000 - Business analysis consultancy services
- 72223000 - Information technology requirements review services
- 72224000 - Project management consultancy services

## Release History

- 15 Sep 2017 at 14:02 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/190c310f-9d81-44b4-bac1-6e160e72ba11
- 15 Sep 2017 at 14:00 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/190c310f-9d81-44b4-bac1-6e160e72ba11

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/190c310f-9d81-44b4-bac1-6e160e72ba11
  15th September 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofmanchester/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofmanchester/aspx/Home

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