--- title: "UKRI-4774 The Provision of Patent and Trademark Attorney Services" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04e6b1" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04e6b1" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04e6b1.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04e6b1.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION" published: "2025-02-21" --- # UKRI-4774 The Provision of Patent and Trademark Attorney Services Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04e6b1 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04e6b1) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04e6b1.json) ## Summary UK Research and Innovation, headquartered at Polaris House, Swindon, is in the Tender stage for procuring "UKRI-4774 The Provision of Patent and Trademark Attorney Services" under the industry category of Patent and copyright consultancy services (CPV code 79120000). The key locations for service delivery are Rutherford Appleton Laboratory (RAL), Didcot; Daresbury Laboratory (DL), Warrington; and the UK Astronomy Technology Centre (UK ATC), Edinburgh. This is an open procurement procedure with a contract expected to start on 28 April 2025 and run until 27 April 2028, with the possibility of extending annually for an additional two years. The deadline for submissions is 27 March 2025 at 14:00 GMT, and the total estimated contract value is £3,500,000 over the potential five-year duration. This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in intellectual property services, particularly those with experience in providing patent and trademark consultancy. SMEs are encouraged to apply, making this a promising prospect for smaller firms looking to expand their service portfolios by securing a significant contract with a high-profile UK governmental body. Award criteria prioritize quality and technical expertise (80%) over cost (20%), indicating that businesses with strong technical capabilities in this domain will be well-suited to compete for this contract. The notable contract value and multiple service locations underscore the potential for significant business growth and visibility within the public sector. ## Notice UK Research and Innovation has a requirement for the provision of patent and trademark service. The site addresses for delivery of the services is: a.Rutherford Appleton Laboratory (RAL), Harwell Campus, Didcot, OX11 0QX b.Daresbury Laboratory (DL), Keckwick Ln, Daresbury, Warrington, WA4 4AD c.UK Astonomy Technology Centre (UK ATC), Royal Observatory Edinburgh, Blackford Hill, Edinburgh, EH9 3HJ ### Lot Information Lot 1 UK Research and Innovation has a requirement for the provision of patent and trademark service. The site addresses for delivery of the services is: a.Rutherford Appleton Laboratory (RAL), Harwell Campus, Didcot, OX11 0QX b.Daresbury Laboratory (DL), Keckwick Ln, Daresbury, Warrington, WA4 4AD c.UK Astonomy Technology Centre (UK ATC), Royal Observatory Edinburgh, Blackford Hill, Edinburgh, EH9 3HJ The maximum estimated value of the opportunity is up to PS3,500,000.00 excluding VAT across a potential 5 year term with a maximum estimated annual value of up to PS700,000.00 excluding VAT. The Contract duration shall be for a period of 3 years with option to extend on an annual basis for a further 2 years (3+1+1) from commencement of the Contract. Additional information: To respond to this opportunity please click here: https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/respond/79BTZS26Q4 Renewal: The Contract duration shall be for a period of 3 years with option to extend on an annual basis for a further 2 years (3+1+1) from commencement of the Contract. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006784-2025 | | 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 Feb 2025 | | Submission deadline | 27 Mar 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 27 Apr 2025 - 27 Apr 2028 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £3,500,000 | | Lots value | £3,500,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION | | Locality | SWINDON | | Post town | Swindon | | Postcode | SN2 1FL | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire | | ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon | | Local authority | Swindon | | Electoral ward | Rodbourne Cheney | | Westminster constituency | Swindon North | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79120000 - Patent and copyright consultancy services ## Release History - 21 Feb 2025 at 14:05 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006784-2025 ## Notice URLs - http://www.ukri.org - https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/respond/79BTZS26Q4 - https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Swindon:-Patent-and-copyright-consultancy-services./79BTZS26Q4 - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Swindon:-Patent-and-copyright-consultancy-services./79BTZS26Q4 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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