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title: "ESC1873 - IP Consultancy Framework"
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# ESC1873 - IP Consultancy Framework

Buyer: ENERGY SYSTEMS CATAPULT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-de290584-8110-458a-965e-bd2d20772c4f

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## Summary

The Energy Systems Catapult is conducting a tender process for the "ESC1873 - IP Consultancy Framework" to procure Intellectual Property Consultancy services. This procurement is categorised under "Research and development services and related consultancy services" and has a total budget of £150,000. The tender period concluded on 15 October 2018, with the contract set to commence on 22 October 2018 and run until 31 October 2021. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, allowing various businesses to participate, and services will be delivered to multiple locations, including the United Kingdom and overseas territories.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in intellectual property consultancy and management. Companies in the fields of research and development, legal consulting, and technology transfer could excel in this competitive environment. The focus on intellectual property suggests the need for firms that can navigate complex IP frameworks and provide training and management services, enabling businesses to leverage their innovations effectively.

## Notice

Proposals are invited for the supply of Intellectual Property Consultancy. The successful suppliers will be responsible for providing these services and ensuring successful delivery of the contract. Context The ESC business model will involve activity where the Catapult is involved in 3 types of project. The first is internally funded activity where the Catapult will generate its own intellectual property. The second is collaborative R&D, funded from various sources, and involving partners and sub-contractors spanning academia, SMEs through to established large corporates. The third is bilateral contractual arrangements where a third party has contracted the Catapult to deliver specific pieces of work. In general, across all activities, there will be a mix of pertinent background IP in addition to newly emerging arising IP. The background and arising IP will either be owned by third parties or by the Catapult itself, and irrespective of ownership, the Catapult will need to have appropriate systems and processes in place to ensure IP is managed appropriately. The Catapult will also be managing a range of third party information and producing outputs, (e.g. reports, slide packs and other information) on behalf of others with varying degrees of confidentiality restrictions. The Catapult therefore needs to ensure all confidential information it is in receipt of or producing is effectively defined, managed and aligned with the agreed approach to IP Management. In addition, new and existing Catapult staff will require training covering IP best practises, specific procedures and overall IP knowledge. Additional information: https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=932301da-8fc1-e811-80ef-005056b64545&fromAdvertEvent=True

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/08adf0f7-f0af-4ee2-a687-468440e655e9 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Dec 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Oct 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Nov 2018 |
| Contract period | 11 Nov 2018 - 30 Sep 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £150,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £150,000 |
| 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 | ENERGY SYSTEMS CATAPULT |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B4 6BS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Ladywood |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 4 |
| Supplier names | BARKER BRETTELL; ISIS INNOVATION; PROSPECTIP; SOURCE CODE CONTROL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

## Release History

- 21 Dec 2018 at 12:12 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/08adf0f7-f0af-4ee2-a687-468440e655e9
- 28 Sep 2018 at 13:57 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/761c9c60-7cc3-4897-bd82-49338c664236

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/08adf0f7-f0af-4ee2-a687-468440e655e9
  21st December 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/761c9c60-7cc3-4897-bd82-49338c664236
  28th September 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://es.catapult.org.uk/
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=932301da-8fc1-e811-80ef-005056b64545&fromAdvertEvent=True

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