FAQs

  • Q: What exactly does The Biokive Consultancy Group do?

    A: The Biokive Consultancy Group provides vendor-relationship consulting to Biopharma and Life Sciences organizations. We help clients identify, select, and manage vendors more effectively with a particular focus on scientific instrumentation, CAPEX equipment, and critical service providers.

    Q: Is Biokive a broker or reseller of laboratory equipment?

    A: No, Biokive is an independent consultancy group. We do not sell, broker, or receive commissions from any instrument or service provider. This neutrality ensures our recommendations are unbiased and fully aligned with your operational goals.

  • Q: What are the Initial Launch Programs?

    A: The Initial Launch Programs is a set of short, low-friction pilot programs delivering fast, measuring vendor clarity in 2-4 weeks. The three programs are Vendor Shortlist Sprint, RFP-Lite Package, and Vendor Management Kickstart.

    Q: How long does an Initial Launch Program take?

    A: Each program lasts 2-4 weeks, depending on scope and internal coordination.

  • Q: How much do Biokive’s programs cost?

    A: Intial Launch Programs range from $1,500 to $10,000 USD, depending on duration and complexity.

    Q: Why flat-fee pricing?

    A: Flat-fee pricing ensures transparency and budget control, allowing clients to focus on outcomes rather than hourly billing.

  • Q: What happens after an Initial Launch Program is complete?

    A: Clients can transition into Biokive’s multi-month programs that deepen vendor alignment and standardization efforts - Silver (1-2 months), Gold (3-6 months), and Platinum (6-12 months).

  • Q: Does Biokive endorse specific vendors or products?

    A: No. We remain vendor-neutral and evaluate all vendors based on measurable, objective criteria.

    Q: How does Biokive ensure confidentiality?

    A: All client and vendor data are managed under mutual NDAs. We never share proprietary information or reuse project data without permission.

  • Q: What kind of results can we expect?

    A: Typical results include faster vendor evaluation cycles (30-50%), improved decision confidence, and a foundation for long-term vendor alignment and standardization.

    Q: Can Biokive assist in vendor negotiations? Why don’t you negotiate directly?

    A: Biokive does not negotiate directly with vendors to preserve strict vendor neutrality and reduce legal or liability exposure. Direct negotiation can blur advisory versus agency roles, create perceived conflicts of interest, and expose both sides to procurement or licensing risk. Instead, we offer Vendor Negotiation Support: benchmarking (when available), leveraging analysis, risk summaries, negotiation prep, and total cost of ownership comparisons. We can also sit in as neutral facilitators while your team conducts final pricing discussions.

    Q: Could Biokive ever negotiate directly with vendors?

    A: Only if explicitly re-scoped and documented. This would require updated contracts, expanded professional liability coverage, and written client authorization. If ever pursued, it would be a separate service category with strict disclaimers to maintain independence and compliance.

  • Q: How soon can we begin?

    A: Most Initial Launch Programs can begin within 5-7 business days of consultation and signed agreement.

    Q: Where is Biokive based?

    A: Biokive is headquartered in Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina, and serves clients across the United States and globally.