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title: "GB-Newcastle upon Tyne: T21/0074 Provision of a Patent Attorney Framework"
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# GB-Newcastle upon Tyne: T21/0074 Provision of a Patent Attorney Framework

Buyer: NORTHUMBRIA UNIVERSITY AT NEWCASTLE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8513090a-a5a3-435a-be3b-640c658428be

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## Summary

The procurement process is initiated by Northumbria University at Newcastle for the framework titled "GB-Newcastle upon Tyne: T21/0074 Provision of a Patent Attorney Framework." This process pertains to the legal services industry, specifically focusing on patent and copyright consultancy services. The tender is currently in the active stage, having been published on 21st July 2022, with a submission deadline set for 8th August 2022. The anticipated contract will commence on 1st September 2022 and is expected to last until 31st August 2027, with a total contract value ranging from £500,000 to £1,000,000. The procurement method employed is an open procedure.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in intellectual property and legal services, particularly those experienced in providing patent law consultancy. Companies equipped to advise on IP commercialisation and capable of handling complex legal frameworks will find this framework suitable for competition. Businesses looking to expand their presence in the North East of the United Kingdom should consider engaging with this opportunity, as it enables them to establish long-term partnerships with a reputable higher education institution.

## Notice

Northumbria University delivers high quality undergraduate, postgraduate and professional education and creates research that has impact internationally. We aim to set up a 3-year agreement with up to 4 patent agents/attorneys who can provide specialist advice, assistance and other relevant services in relation to IP and commercialisation.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bc6bd826-99f5-49cd-9613-c52dd4761c6e |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Jul 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Aug 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2022 - 31 Aug 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,000,000 |
| 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 | NORTHUMBRIA UNIVERSITY AT NEWCASTLE |
| Locality | NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE1 8ST |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Electoral ward | Monument |
| Westminster constituency | Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79100000 - Legal services
- 79120000 - Patent and copyright consultancy services

## Release History

- 21 Jul 2022 at 08:20 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bc6bd826-99f5-49cd-9613-c52dd4761c6e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bc6bd826-99f5-49cd-9613-c52dd4761c6e
  21st July 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Newcastle-upon-Tyne:-T21/0074-Provision-of-a-Patent-Attorney-Framework/2UNW39BQ58
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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