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555 - CA2+ Imaging System

ASTON UNIVERSITY

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16 Dec 2020 at 14:12

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Summary of the contracting process

Aston University, located in Birmingham, has successfully completed the tender titled "555 - CA2+ Imaging System," aimed at the supply, installation, and training of an optical microscope system. This procurement process was conducted under an open procedure, with a total contract value of £128,000. The contract is active as of December 16, 2020, and its delivery period spans from December 17, 2020, to March 31, 2022. The tender process concluded on November 16, 2020, offering a substantial opportunity for suppliers in the goods sector, specifically focusing on optical microscopes.

This tender presents significant opportunities for SMEs in the scientific equipment supply sector, particularly those specialising in optical technologies and imaging systems. Businesses that can offer comprehensive installation and training services alongside the equipment would also find this contract aligns with their capabilities. With a budget of £128,000, firms with innovative solutions and competitive pricing are encouraged to consider entering similar procurement processes to drive growth and expand their market presence.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

555 - CA2+ Imaging System

Notice Description

The Supply, Installation and Training of a CA2+ Imaging System.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4509dcd6-3fa1-4597-b7ad-cf0327db863a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/950dc997-b9b2-49f3-9c4f-eef2c992d35a
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

38634000 - Optical microscopes

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£128,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£79,017 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Dec 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Nov 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Dec 20205 years ago
Contract Period
17 Dec 2020 - 31 Mar 2022 1-2 years
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

CAIRN RESEARCH

Further Information

Notice Documents

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