Scope
Reference
LJMU 2512
Description
LJMU invites proposals from qualified and experienced service providers to deliver comprehensive Intellectual Property (IP) services. We seek a partners with a proven track record of supporting higher education institutions or comparable organisations in all aspects of IP management, including patent, trademark, design and copyright advice, filing, prosecution, portfolio management, and related legal support. LJMU wishes to establish a Framework Agreement for IP Services, we envisage a minimum of three suppliers will be appointed.
The University is committed to research excellence and innovation. To maximise the impact of our research and safeguard our intellectual assets, we require expert support in developing and managing our IP portfolio. The successful provider(s) will work closely with the University's Research and Innovation Service (RIS) and academic staff to ensure effective protection and commercialisation of IP arising from university activities.
Commercial tool
Establishes an open framework
Total value (estimated)
- £600,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 October 2025 to 30 September 2028
- Possible extension to 30 September 2029
- 4 years
Description of possible extension:
subject to performance and budget
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
Contract locations
- UKD7 - Merseyside
Framework
Open framework scheme end date (estimated)
30 September 2029
Maximum number of suppliers
Unlimited
Maximum percentage fee charged to suppliers
0%
Further information about fees
n/a
Framework operation description
as per ITT document
Award method when using the framework
Either with or without competition
Contracting authorities that may use the framework
Establishing party only
Participation
Legal and financial capacity conditions of participation
as per ITT
Technical ability conditions of participation
as per ITT
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
18 July 2025, 12:00pm
Tender submission deadline
1 August 2025, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Via In-tend
Please do not make direct contact with the Buyer via email We cannot commit to responding. All queries must be placed via In-tend https://in-tendhost.co.uk/ljmu/aspx/Home
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
10 September 2025
Award criteria
| Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technical | as per ITT |
Quality | 70% |
| Cost | Cost | 20% | |
| Social Value | Quality | 10% |
Other information
Payment terms
30 days DOI
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Contracting authority
Liverpool John Moores University
- UK Register of Learning Providers (UKPRN number): 10003957
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PVBW-3417-ZCNN
Student Life Building, 10 Copperas Hill
Liverpool
L3 5AH
United Kingdom
Contact name: Procurement Services
Email: PurchaseOrderQueries@ljmu.ac.uk
Website: http://www.ljmu.ac.uk/
Region: UKD72 - Liverpool
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government