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title: "Framework Agreement - Business Bridge Experts Panel - AWARD"
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# Framework Agreement - Business Bridge Experts Panel - AWARD

Buyer: KEELE UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9b1a74f3-780e-42d8-a259-94428bb428e4

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## Summary

The procurement process involves a Framework Agreement for the Business Bridge Experts Panel initiated by Keele University, located in Keele, Staffordshire, in the West Midlands. This tender is focused on the Medical Technologies (MedTech) and Healthcare industry, and it is currently in the Award stage, having been completed on 27th May 2021. The contract period commenced on 1st June 2021 and will extend until 30th June 2023. The estimated budget for the Framework Agreement is £120,000 and is structured under an open procurement method allowing various suppliers to bid for one or more of the six specific lots outlined in the invitation to tender.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) particularly in the MedTech and Healthcare sector to expand their client base by participating in the Business Bridge Experts Panel. The lots cover diverse services, including advice on NHS procurement, regulatory frameworks, product design and manufacture, as well as digital services, making it ideal for consultancies, technology firms, and product developers looking to grow in these markets. Businesses with expertise in these areas and a commitment to supporting the healthcare sector will find this opportunity particularly beneficial.

## Notice

Tenders are invited from interested parties for inclusion in a Framework Agreement for the Business Bridge Experts Panel. This project will support businesses interested in the Medical Technologies (MedTech) and Healthcare market by providing them with access to market-specific expertise. Business Bridge will support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire. The Framework Agreement is divided into six lots covering specific areas of expertise detailed below: Lot 1: Provision of advice on how to become an NHS supplier. Lot 2: Provision of advice on regulatory frameworks for the MedTech / Healthcare market. Lot 3: Design and manufacture of MedTech / Healthcare products. Lot 4: Market-specific business insight. Lot 5: Digital & Videography Services. Lot 6: Digital & Information Services. Each lot will be evaluated on a lot by lot basis. The University envisage appointing up to four Service Providers in each lot although the University reserves the right to vary this number. Tenderers can bid for one or more lots. Further information on each of the lots is given in the Tender Specification in Section 2 of the invitation to tender (ITT). Whilst the Framework Agreement has an estimated budget of PS120,000.00 no guarantee is given as to the levels of expenditure under the framework and within each lot. The current Business Bridge project has proved to be very successful and Keele University has applied for funding to continue Business Bridge, up until 30th June 2023. Funding: The Business Bridge Programme (Ref:32R18P02530) is part funded through the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) as part of the England 2014-2020 European Structural and Investment Funds (ESIF) Growth Programme and the UK Government Midlands Engine programme.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2fdcb786-5860-40fd-a1bb-e02f41f6690e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Jun 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 4 May 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 May 2021 |
| Contract period | 31 May 2021 - 30 Jun 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £120,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £120,000 |
| 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 | KEELE UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | WEST MIDLANDS |
| Post town | Stoke-on-Trent |
| Postcode | ST5 5BG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG24 Staffordshire CC |
| Local authority | Newcastle-under-Lyme |
| Electoral ward | Keele |
| Westminster constituency | Newcastle-under-Lyme |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 15 |
| Supplier names | ACCELERATE ASSOCIATES; ARK MEDIA PRODUCTIONS; BITJAM; BLUEFROG DESIGN; CATCH 22 SOLUTIONS; CONVISO; DHC INNOVATIONS; HILL DICKINSON; HIXON GROUP; INSPIRED FILM AND VIDEO; JG TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT; LUMINA STUDIOS LTD T/A BRAVE NEW BEAST; MEDILINK MIDLANDS; PYM'S CONSULTANCY; RUSHKEEP SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79410000 - Business and management consultancy services

## Release History

- 14 Jun 2021 at 15:53 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2fdcb786-5860-40fd-a1bb-e02f41f6690e
- 14 Jun 2021 at 15:53 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2fdcb786-5860-40fd-a1bb-e02f41f6690e
- 14 Jun 2021 at 15:39 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2fdcb786-5860-40fd-a1bb-e02f41f6690e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2fdcb786-5860-40fd-a1bb-e02f41f6690e
  14th June 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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