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583 - Functional Near-Infrared Spectroscopy (FNIRS)

ASTON UNIVERSITY

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10 May 2021 at 12:49

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Summary of the contracting process

Aston University, located in Birmingham, has successfully completed the procurement process for a Functional Near-Infrared Spectroscopy (FNIRS) system under an open procurement method. This procurement falls under the category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, with a total award value of £54,000. The procurement was initiated on April 12, 2021, and the contract commenced on May 4, 2021, with an expected duration until May 3, 2022. The tender was awarded to Gowerlabs Ltd., ensuring that the equipment will be utilised for both research and teaching purposes, especially in the Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience course.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in advanced scientific equipment, particularly those that provide portable and cost-effective solutions for academic research. Businesses offering similar technologies or ancillary services could find potential for collaboration with Aston University, given the institution's commitment to enhancing its research capabilities. This is a prime opportunity for SMEs looking to expand their footprint within the educational sector by aligning with academic requirements and innovation in neuroscientific research.

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Notice Title

583 - Functional Near-Infrared Spectroscopy (FNIRS)

Notice Description

Aston University has completed the procurement of 1 x Functional Near-Infrared Spectroscopy (FNIRS). Functional Near-Infrared Spectroscopy (FNIRS) equipment is used to measure blood oxygen changes in the brain. This equipment will be available to use for researchers, as well as being useable by MSc students for the Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience course. It can also be used as a teaching practical within this module. The equipment will be used alongside additional measures for neuroscientific research. It can essentially be used as a more basic fMRI, which also measures blood oxygen levels in the brain. It is used alongside experimental designs to identify the functions of different structures within the brain. An FNIR, is a more basic version, however is much more cost efficient, as well as being much more accessible. As the FNIR is a portable machine, it can be moved to suit the researchers needs. This means it can be used within the Psychology Labs, or can be moved to the ABC or ALIVE labs, should a student or researcher require access.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fc0b07ac-be84-487c-bd4a-4d56e393d1aa
Current Stage
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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

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£54,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£54,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 May 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Apr 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Apr 20214 years ago
Contract Period
3 May 2021 - 3 May 2022 6-12 months
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

GOWERLABS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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