Coventry University wishes to establish a single supplier contract to support its Intellectual Property (IP) requirements. The services that will be required are not limited to but will include:

— Interviewing academic members of staff and students to gather information for patent drafting.

— Writing patent applications and submitting these ton behalf of the University to UKIPO and international patent offices.

— Freedom to Operate reports and searches for patentability.

— Answering questions on the patent prosecution process from examiners and ensuring all technical issues are met.

— Ensuring timely and effective renewal reminders are sent and actioned.

— Applying for registered designs and trademarks for Coventry University and it subsidiary companies.

— Delivering training and seminars to staff and students on IP issues.

— Frequent updating to the University on legislation changes within the UK and EU.

— Assisting the University in developing its IP strategy, policies and portfolio management for the University group.

— Provide advice on University IP related contract clauses.