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title: "Term Framework for the Provision of Chemistry Synthesis and other Chemistry Services Outsourcing Framework"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000761553"
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# Term Framework for the Provision of Chemistry Synthesis and other Chemistry Services Outsourcing Framework

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF DUNDEE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000761553

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## Summary

The University of Dundee is seeking to establish a Term Framework for the Provision of Chemistry Synthesis and other Chemistry Services Outsourcing. The procurement involves a comprehensive range of chemistry services for the Biological Chemistry & Drug Discovery (BCDD) department. The framework will run for an initial period of two years, with the potential for two additional 12-month extensions, highlighting the flexibility and ongoing need for services. The procurement is in the awardUpdate and contractUpdate stages as of 29 November 2024. The total estimated value of this contract is £4,000,000 GBP. The services are specifically aimed at the industry classified under CPV 73110000, with the delivery location being Dundee, UKM71 region. Key suppliers awarded include BioAscent Discovery Ltd, Chemveda Life Sciences India Pvt. Ltd., and several other renowned firms, enhancing the collaborative potential across multiple industry leaders.

This procurement offers significant growth opportunities for businesses within the chemistry and life sciences sectors. Businesses supplying chemistry synthesis services, bespoke compound synthesis, large-scale chemistry, and chiral separations are well-suited to participate. This framework provides an efficient route to market through an open procedure and leverages electronic submission methods, making it accessible and streamlined for participation. SMEs and large-scale enterprises specialising in these services are encouraged to engage, promising a robust partnership with a leading educational institution. The oversight by the University of Dundee ensures high standards and consistent demand, propelling substantial economic and developmental benefits for participating businesses.

## Notice

Second-Generation Framework for the provision of Chemistry Synthesis and other Chemistry Services Outsourcing with initial term of two (2) years with the option to extend for up to 2 x 12 months, if required, at the sole discretion of the University and subject to ongoing satisfactory performance by the appointed Service Providers. The Services will include: 1. FTE rate for provision of chemistry support for medicinal chemistry programme(s), typically making 50mg samples of compounds for initial biological evaluation. For actives, re-synthesis on a larger scale may be required (typically 0.5g to 5g scale). The ability to carry out array chemistry is important; 2.Bespoke piece(s) of chemistry e.g. synthesis of a defined list of compounds, typically at 95% purity and for scale up> 98% purity with no impurity >0.5%; 6. Experimental write-ups, when requested, including compound characterization by 1H NMR, 13C NMR and LCMS or UPLC/MS for publications, in-vivo release, tech-transfer to DDU or other CRO for patent purposes.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Chemistry Synthesis and other Chemistry Services Outsourcing

Renewal: Option to extend Framework for maximum 2 x further years, subject to ongoing need and satisfactory performance by the appointed service providers.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV519314 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F20 - Modification Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Nov 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Apr 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Jul 2024 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £4,000,000 |
| Lots value | £4,000,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £4,000,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF DUNDEE |
| Locality | DUNDEE |
| Post town | Dundee |
| Postcode | DD1 4HN |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM0 Eastern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM03 Angus and Dundee City |
| Local authority | Dundee City |
| Electoral ward | West End |
| Westminster constituency | Dundee Central |
| Delivery location | TLM71 Angus and Dundee City |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 11 |
| Supplier names | "ENAMINE; 3XPER INNOVENTURE; BIOASCENT DISCOVERY; CAMBRIDGE BIOSCIENCE; CHEMPARTNER EUROPE; CHEMVEDA LIFE SCIENCES INDIA; JUBILANT BIOSYS; SAI LIFE SCIENCES; SYNGENE INTERNATIONAL; TCG LIFESCIENCES; WUXI APPTEC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 29 Nov 2024 at 00:00 - AwardUpdate - OJEU - F20 - Modification Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV519314
- 26 Nov 2024 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV519091
- 13 May 2024 at 00:00 - TenderUpdate - OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY505075
- 7 May 2024 at 00:00 - TenderUpdate - OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY504710
- 17 Apr 2024 at 00:00 - TenderUpdate - OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR503234
- 5 Apr 2024 at 00:00 - TenderUpdate - OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR502500
- 22 Mar 2024 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR501561

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR501561&idx=1
  22nd March 2024 - Master ITT-UoD-LAB031-TC-2023 FV
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR501561&idx=2
  22nd March 2024 - Annex A - Statement of Requirements (SoR) FV
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR501561&idx=3
  22nd March 2024 - Annex B - Quality Schedule FV
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR501561&idx=4
  22nd March 2024 - Annex C - Pricing Schedule FV
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR501561&idx=5
  22nd March 2024 - Annex D - UoD Terms & Conditions for the Supply of Services
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR501561
  Term Framework for the Provision of Chemistry Synthesis and other Chemistry Services Outsourcing Framework - Second-Generation Framework for the provision of Chemistry Synthesis and other Chemistry Services Outsourcing with initial term of two (2) years with the option to extend for up to 2 x 12 months, if required, at the sole discretion of the University and subject to ongoing satisfactory performance by the appointed Service Providers. The Services will include: 1. FTE rate for provision of chemistry support for medicinal chemistry programme(s), typically making 50mg samples of compounds for initial biological evaluation. For actives, re-synthesis on a larger scale may be required (typically 0.5g to 5g scale). The ability to carry out array chemistry is important; 2.Bespoke piece(s) of chemistry e.g. synthesis of a defined list of compounds, typically at 95% purity and for scale up> 98% purity with no impurity >0.5%; 6. Experimental write-ups, when requested, including compound characterization by 1H NMR, 13C NMR and LCMS or UPLC/MS for publications, in-vivo release, tech-transfer to DDU or other CRO for patent purposes.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV519091
  Term Framework for the Provision of Chemistry Synthesis and other Chemistry Services Outsourcing Framework - Second-Generation Framework for the provision of Chemistry Synthesis and other Chemistry Services Outsourcing with initial term of two (2) years with the option to extend for up to 2 x 12 months, if required, at the sole discretion of the University and subject to ongoing satisfactory performance by the appointed Service Providers. The Services will include: 1. FTE rate for provision of chemistry support for medicinal chemistry programme(s), typically making 50mg samples of compounds for initial biological evaluation. For actives, re-synthesis on a larger scale may be required (typically 0.5g to 5g scale). The ability to carry out array chemistry is important; 2.Bespoke piece(s) of chemistry e.g. synthesis of a defined list of compounds, typically at 95% purity and for scale up> 98% purity with no impurity >0.5%; 6. Experimental write-ups, when requested, including compound characterization by 1H NMR, 13C NMR and LCMS or UPLC/MS for publications, in-vivo release, tech-transfer to DDU or other CRO for patent purposes.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV519314
  Term Framework for the Provision of Chemistry Synthesis and other Chemistry Services Outsourcing Framework

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.dundee.ac.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- http://www.publicontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000761553

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