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PK045 Primostar 3 Microscope set(s)

UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST OF ENGLAND

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Summary of the contracting process

The University Of The West Of England has completed the procurement process for the supply of Primostar 3 microscope sets, classified under CPV code 38510000 (Microscopes). This procurement, titled "PK045 Primostar 3 Microscope set(s)," involves the acquisition of 70 Primostar microscopes with 70 micrometers and 30 oil immersion lenses, along with 30 Stemi microscopes with 60 eye cups and 30 K LED lighting. The procurement followed a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The tendering phase concluded on 11 April 2024, and the contract was awarded shortly thereafter, with the contract period spanning from 12 April 2024 to 13 April 2024. The contract, valued at £153,010, was awarded to Appleton Woods Limited, an SME based in Birmingham.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in scientific equipment, particularly those providing advanced microscopy solutions. The framework agreement approach allows suitable SMEs to benefit by supplying high-quality goods to a prestigious university, thereby enhancing their market reputation and expanding their clientele in the education sector. Businesses with expertise in scientific instrumentation and the ability to fulfil specific university requirements would be well-positioned to compete for similar future tenders, potentially leading to sustained business growth and increased revenue streams.

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Notice Title

PK045 Primostar 3 Microscope set(s)

Notice Description

Framework ref: LAB1028 AP * 70 x primostar microscopes with 70 micrometers and 30 x 100x oil immersion lenses. * 30 x Stemi microscopes with 60 eye cups and 30 x K LED lighting

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-5b17d176-c95d-4354-bd2a-5dcf308118e8
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3b7a6949-e1b7-484a-ac8a-1701ef012057
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

38510000 - Microscopes

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£153,010 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£153,010 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Apr 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Apr 20241 years ago
Contract Period
11 Apr 2024 - 13 Apr 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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

APPLETON WOODS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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