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Tender: Dynamic Purchasing System for Scientific Research and Advice to Government – Apply by 5 Feb 2029

Released 11 months ago

Closes09 Feb 2029
Likely valueRough estimate£300K to £30.0MInflation adjusted
LocationUnited Kingdom
AgencyUK SBS
SourceContracts Finder
CategoryResearch & Development
828 days leftCloses Fri, 9 Feb 2029

UK Shared Business Services (UKSBS) on behalf of the Department for Science, Innovation & Technology (DSIT) is seeking suppliers to join a Services Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for the provision of scientific research and advice to government. Applications must be submitted via the Jaggaer eSourcing Portal and can be made at any time during the DPS validity; the final date and time for ongoing DPS applications is Monday 5th February 2029 at 11:00 am. UKSBS will review each application to confirm whether the Minimum Selection Criteria are met, notify suppliers of success or failure, and update the DPS list within 15 working days of receipt (allowing time for any required verification). The DPS will remain in operation until it either exceeds its advertised value or reaches an end date of 23rd February 2029, whichever occurs first. Full scope and application details are provided in the notice attachments and on the Jaggaer portal.

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The buyer seeks to establish provisions for staff transfer related to the provision of scientific research and advice services, ensuring compliance with employment regulations.

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