Award

Research ring pack and AcqKnowledge Software for research

UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST OF ENGLAND

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Award

05 Feb 2025 at 14:36

Summary of the contracting process

The University of the West of England, based in Bristol, has completed the procurement process for a "Research ring pack and AcqKnowledge Software for research". This tender falls under the industry category of "Instruments for checking physical characteristics" and "Machines and apparatus for testing and measuring". The procurement's tender period ended on 11th December 2024, with the contract period spanning from 12th to 13th December 2024. The total contract value is £44,721.5, and it was awarded through the method classified as "Other - BVS". The procurement stage is at the "Award" phase, which was published on 5th February 2025. The items procured are to be delivered to the postcode BS16 1QY, aligning with the university’s location.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in scientific instruments and software, particularly SMEs. The procurement process favoured SMEs, providing them with the potential to collaborate with a reputable academic institution. Companies that specialise in the development and supply of research equipment and software could benefit from this and similar contracts. Linton Instrumentation, the business awarded this contract, is an SME, highlighting that smaller companies can successfully compete and win such tenders. By engaging in these procurement processes, businesses can expand their market presence and gain valuable partnerships within the academic sector.

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Notice Title

Research ring pack and AcqKnowledge Software for research

Notice Description

Research ring pack (quantity 20), AcqKnowledge Software for research (20 licences)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-45e79de2-b70a-402a-9fa1-30c9fed62f5e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/03462309-aeb6-4252-b422-d692947064d7
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other - BVS
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

38400000 - Instruments for checking physical characteristics

38540000 - Machines and apparatus for testing and measuring

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£44,721 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£44,721 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Dec 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Dec 20241 years ago
Contract Period
12 Dec 2024 - 13 Dec 2024 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST OF ENGLAND
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
purchasing@uwe.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS16 1QY
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Stoke Park & Cheswick
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LINTON INSTRUMENTATION

Further Information

Notice Documents

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