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title: "R&D/018/P029 - Development of formulations and stability testing"
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# R&D/018/P029 - Development of formulations and stability testing

Buyer: SPARKFUND  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-90c97927-19c9-40c8-9ff9-3783cc7a5dd1

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## Summary

The SparkFund is seeking bids for its tender titled "R&D/018/P029 - Development of formulations and stability testing", aimed at securing qualified suppliers for laboratory services. This tender falls under the research laboratory services category and is located in the Yorkshire and the Humber region, United Kingdom. The procurement is currently in the tender stage, with submissions due by 23 May 2018. The contract period is scheduled to commence on 4 June 2018 and conclude by 31 July 2018. This is an open procurement process, and businesses can register their interest through the relevant channels.

This opportunity presents significant prospects for growth, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in laboratory and research services. Companies with expertise in formulation development, stability testing, and consultancy services are well-suited to compete for this contract. By engaging with SparkFund, successful bidders can enhance their portfolio, contribute to innovative research solutions, and build long-term partnerships within the public sector.

## Notice

A SparkFund Business would like to commission the services of a suitable qualified and experienced supplier for the development of formulation and stability testing. For more details please visit www.spark-fund.co.uk/business-opportunities

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/92476477-9c16-46b2-aef4-f49cbe9e1166 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 May 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 23 May 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 3 Jun 2018 - 31 Jul 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 | SPARKFUND |
| Locality | HULL |
| Post town | Hull |
| Postcode | HU6 7RX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE1 East Yorkshire and Northern Lincolnshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE11 Kingston upon Hull, City of |
| Local authority | Kingston upon Hull, City of |
| Electoral ward | University |
| Westminster constituency | Kingston upon Hull North and Cottingham |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 71900000 - Laboratory services
- 73111000 - Research laboratory services
- 73210000 - Research consultancy services
- 73220000 - Development consultancy services
- 85145000 - Services provided by medical laboratories

## Release History

- 11 May 2018 at 16:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/92476477-9c16-46b2-aef4-f49cbe9e1166

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/92476477-9c16-46b2-aef4-f49cbe9e1166
  11th May 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- http://www.mytenders.co.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY154459
  NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the myTenders Web Site at the link provided.

## Notice URLs

- http://www.spark-fund.co.uk

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