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title: "IP Management Database"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL"
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# IP Management Database

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a0730273-c779-4a19-b961-326f4aabb818

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## Summary

The University of Bristol is currently seeking tenders for the procurement of an IP Management Database, aimed at replacing an outdated Microsoft Access system. With a total budget of £40,000, the procurement process is classified as an open procedure, and it is in the tender stage. Interested vendors must submit their proposals by 24th March 2017, as the procurement period for the contract is expected to commence on 1st May 2017 and run through to 30th April 2021. The project is categorised under software packages and information systems, with a location based in Bristol, South West England.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in software development and information systems, particularly those that cater to educational or intellectual property management needs. Companies capable of providing innovative database solutions to enhance usability for an increasing number of users would be especially well-suited to compete. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the University is open to engaging with diverse bidders to ensure a competitive selection process.

## Notice

The University wishes to procure an IP management database. The current, locally developed Intellectual Property (IP) database is falling into disrepair as local expertise in continuing development has been lost and the application under which it was developed (Microsoft Access) is no longer supported by the University. Currently, the Access based IP database supports 9 regular users, which we would hope to increase to 20 with any new system. It holds nearly 3000 projects and tracks information about intellectual property disclosures to the University, including disclosure, patent filings, deadlines, commercial licences, financial and forecasting information. Our aim is to replace the current Access database with a solution that not only provides at least the same functionality in terms of managing all aspects of the University's intellectual property holdings and commercial projects, but also supports the increasingly diverse nature of project, impact, awards and external organisation management within the team.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3965e20f-cb63-404f-ae29-94675119a88a |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Feb 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Mar 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Apr 2017 - 30 Apr 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £40,000 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS2 8BB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK51 Bristol, City of |
| Local authority | Bristol, City of |
| Electoral ward | Central |
| Westminster constituency | Bristol Central |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 28 Feb 2017 at 16:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3965e20f-cb63-404f-ae29-94675119a88a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3965e20f-cb63-404f-ae29-94675119a88a
  28th February 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://tenders.bris.ac.uk
  Link to eSourcing Portal

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