Award

Zeta Sizer

ASTON UNIVERSITY

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21 Mar 2024 at 09:27

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the 'Zeta Sizer' involved Aston University as the buying organization. The contract was awarded for the purchase of a Zeta Sizer in the 'Laboratory, optical and precision equipment' category. The tender stage was completed through a limited procurement method with a competitive quotation process below the threshold. The tender period ended on 20th March 2024, and the contract period is scheduled from 1st April 2024 to 30th April 2024, with a value of £45,000 in GBP. The procurement was suitable for SMEs and VCSEs and the delivery address is at Aston Triangle, Birmingham, B4 7ET, England.

This awarded tender by Aston University for a Zeta Sizer presents an opportunity for businesses in the laboratory equipment industry. Companies specializing in the supply of optical and precision instruments, especially SMEs and VCSEs, are well-suited to compete. The contract amount of £45,000 can provide a significant growth opportunity for businesses in the sector. The competitive quotation process carried out for this procurement indicates a level playing field for multiple suppliers to participate and potentially expand their market presence.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Zeta Sizer

Notice Description

Purchase of a Zeta Sizer

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-0e6e6589-6fb2-4600-91d5-f0c6a9fb7d77
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b004b910-8438-4eb5-a012-601dddd8daf2
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

CPV Codes

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£45,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£45,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Mar 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
20 Mar 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Mar 20241 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2024 - 30 Apr 2024 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ASTON UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B4 7ET
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Nechells
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MALVERN PANALYTICAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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