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title: "PURCH2769 Framework Agreement for the Provision of Intellectual Property Services"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000806563"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW"
published: "2026-04-10"
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# PURCH2769 Framework Agreement for the Provision of Intellectual Property Services

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000806563

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## Summary

The University of Glasgow has finalised the procurement process for the "PURCH2769 Framework Agreement for the Provision of Intellectual Property Services." The agreement, valued at £2,800,000, covers intellectual property services and falls under the education sector. It is located in Glasgow, specifically within the UKM82 region. The procurement was conducted through an open procedure and is currently at the award stage, having been completed on 8th April 2026. The process involved a comprehensive service requirement in patents, trademarks, designs, and copyrights, aligning with the needs of academic institutions. The initial tender was posted for submissions from 6th August 2025 to a deadline of 8th September 2025.

This contract provides significant opportunities for businesses in the intellectual property sector, particularly those specialising in legal and IP services. Given the open nature of the procurement method and a focus on quality and price equally, small and medium enterprises (SMEs), as well as larger firms, were both competitive in the bidding process. Notable successful suppliers include Mewburn Ellis, Barker Brettell LLP, and Gateley Plc, which indicates a diverse range of business sizes can benefit from such contracts. The tender also emphasised community benefits, encouraging subcontracting opportunities for SMEs and supported businesses, offering vocational training, and promoting community and educational support initiatives, thus fostering further business and community development.

## Notice

Award of PURCH2769 Framework Agreement for the Provision of Intellectual Property Services

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Award of PURCH2769 Framework Agreement for the Provision of Intellectual Property Services

Renewal: Initial period of 3 years with an extension period of 12-months

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR553617 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award 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 | 10 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Sep 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £2,800,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW |
| Locality | GLASGOW |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G12 8QQ |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City |
| Local authority | Glasgow City |
| Electoral ward | Hillhead |
| Westminster constituency | Glasgow North |
| Delivery location | TLM82 Glasgow City |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 3 |
| Supplier names | BARKER BRETTELL; GATELEY; MEWBURN ELLIS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79100000 - Legal services
- 79120000 - Patent and copyright consultancy services
- 79140000 - Legal advisory and information services

## Release History

- 10 Apr 2026 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR553617
- 6 Aug 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG536416

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG536416&idx=3
  4th September 2025 - PURCH2769 Intellectual Property - Invitation to Tender Services FINAL
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG536416&idx=10
  4th September 2025 - PURCH2769 Intellectual Property - Invitation to Tender Services FINAL UPDATED
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG536416&idx=7
  28th August 2025 - PURCH2769 - Schedule 1D - Stage 1 SPD FINAL
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG536416&idx=9
  28th August 2025 - PURCH2769 - Schedule 1D - Stage 1 SPD FINAL
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG536416&idx=1
  6th August 2025 - PURCH2769 - Appendix 1 - C&SRM Stakeholder Feedback Form
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG536416&idx=2
  6th August 2025 - PURCH2769 - Framework Agreement for Purchase of Services
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG536416&idx=4
  6th August 2025 - PURCH2769 - Schedule 1B - C&SRM KPI
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG536416&idx=5
  6th August 2025 - PURCH2769 - Schedule 1B - Supply Chain Code of Conduct
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG536416&idx=6
  6th August 2025 - PURCH2769 - Schedule 1C - Non-Compliance Template
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG536416&idx=8
  6th August 2025 - PURCH2769 - Schedule 2 -Section 4 - Pricing Schedule - Background Information Required
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG536416
  PURCH2769 Framework Agreement for the Provision of Intellectual Property Services - PURCH2769 Framework Agreement for the Provision of Intellectual Property Services Tender documents available from Public Contracts Scotland. Tender returns should be submitted via Public Contracts Scotland, no paper copies will be accepted. Should paper tenders be submitted, they will be rejected. Further to this any questions or communications regarding individual tender exercises must be sent via the Public Contracts Scotland Portal. Tender queries received through any other channel will not be answered. Should users of Public Contracts Scotland have any problems with the web site they should contact website Support Desk, contact details can be found by following the 'Contact Us' option on the left hand menu at http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/default.aspx
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR553617
  PURCH2769 Framework Agreement for the Provision of Intellectual Property Services - Award of PURCH2769 Framework Agreement for the Provision of Intellectual Property Services

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.gla.ac.uk/
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/default.aspx
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000806563
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/

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