Scope
Reference
3710
Description
CPI seeks to procure business development support services in the East Coast (focus on New England) and West Coast regions, USA, to accelerate market engagement and pipeline growth in HealthTech and advanced materials. The supplier will provide targeted introductions, facilitate meetings, and support CPI staff visits, focusing on building networks and business opportunities with regional stakeholders.
Commercial tool
Establishes an open framework
Total value (estimated)
- £80,000 excluding VAT
- £96,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 25 March 2026 to 22 March 2030
- Possible extension to 24 March 2034
- 8 years
Description of possible extension:
48 months initial duration with 4 additional 12 months period extension options at the discretion of the Authority.
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 71356300 - Technical support services
- 79411100 - Business development consultancy services
Contract locations
- US - United States
Lot 1. East Coast
Description
(focus on New England which includes Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont)
Lot value (estimated)
- £40,000 excluding VAT
- £48,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 2. West Coast
Description
West Coast HealthTech focus area only
Lot value (estimated)
- £40,000 excluding VAT
- £48,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Framework
Open framework scheme end date (estimated)
24 March 2034
Maximum number of suppliers
Unlimited
Maximum percentage fee charged to suppliers
0%
Framework operation description
Below Threshold Open Framework. Process is outlined in the specification Document
Award method when using the framework
Either with or without competition
Contracting authorities that may use the framework
Establishing party only
Submission
Tender submission deadline
27 February 2026, 11:59pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
70% Quality, 30% Price- all details outlined in specification & ITT
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Contracting authority
CENTRE FOR PROCESS INNOVATION LIMITED
- Companies House: 05002194
Wilton Centre
Redcar
TS10 4RF
United Kingdom
Contact name: David Bainbridge
Telephone: 01740625716
Email: e-tendering@uk-cpi.com
Website: http://uk-cpi.com
Region: UKC12 - South Teesside
Organisation type: Public authority - central government